Let’s make solar bigger in New York

Solar Power in New York

New York combines high electricity rates, a top-tier state incentive program, and strong consumer protections — making it one of the premier states in the nation for residential solar.

The NY-Sun program provides Megawatt Block incentives that directly reduce the cost of going solar, one of the most established programs of its kind in the country.

New York has historically offered a state solar income tax credit of up to 25% (capped at $5,000), and homeowners benefit from net metering and the state's VDER value-stack crediting.

Solar equipment is exempt from state sales tax and from added property tax, and New York City offers an additional property tax abatement for solar.

With ConEd, National Grid, and NYSEG rates among the highest in the country, the savings from producing your own power are substantial.

From New York City and Long Island to Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, and Syracuse, homeowners statewide see strong solar returns — and storage keeps power flowing during outages.

Homeowners who purchase their system could historically receive a federal tax credit of up to 30% of the cost — though the federal residential credit ended for systems purchased after December 31, 2025, so current availability depends on ownership structure, state programs, and current law. SolarAmerica does not provide tax advice; consult a tax professional.

SolarAmerica makes going solar in New York straightforward: we design your system, handle permits and installation through vetted local pros, and offer $0-down lease and purchase options so New Yorkers can start saving without a large upfront cost. As the #1-ranked Solar Sales Partner with more than 20,000 installations, we bring experience New Yorkers can trust.