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NY-Sun Solar Program

NY-Sun Solar Incentives

Supports New York solar adoption through incentives for systems and community solar participation.

OpenNew York State Energy Research and Development AuthorityUnited StatesEligible in New York
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NY-Sun is the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's flagship solar incentive program, funded through the Clean Energy Fund under a multi-year commitment expanded by a 2021 Public Service Commission order. The program delivers upfront per-watt declining-block incentives structured in megawatt tiers across geographic and market segments. Incentives are available on a rolling bas…

What this grant funds

Per-watt declining-block solar incentives for on-site rooftop and ground-mount solar installations and community solar subscriptions, available continuously to residential, commercial, nonprofit, and municipal customers across New York State.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Rebate
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.nyserda.ny.gov