Save 10% on electricity costs*
- No rooftop panels
- No sign-up fees
- No long-term contracts
- No cancellation fees
*Savings vary by state
New York Community Solar
What is New York Community Solar?
Community solar in New York is a subscription-based service that enables National Grid, Central Hudson, Orange & Rockland, NYSEG, RGE, and ConEd customers, residents and businesses alike, to tap into clean, renewable energy. New York community solar programs leverage local, large-scale solar arrays sited throughout the state, which generate clean energy for the local power grid. New Yorkers who subscribe to these solar farms see annual electricity cost savings on their electricity bills, while the grid is supported by an influx of clean, renewable energy.
How does community solar work in New York?
Nexamp currently has community solar projects in the National Grid, Central Hudson, Orange & Rockland, NYSEG, RGE, and ConEd utility service territories. Residents who get their power from these utilities can subscribe to a Nexamp community solar farm and save 10% annually on their electricity costs without changing electricity providers. Low-to-moderate income households may be eligible for a 20% discount. Get in touch to see if you qualify! A subscription to a Nexamp community solar farm allows New York residents to receive credits on their bill for the energy produced by their share of the project, saving them up to 10% on electricity costs.
Here’s the step-by-step breakdown of how it works!
Sign up to claim your spot
Provide some basic information and your utility account details.
Get assigned to a farm
As soon as a spot opens up, we’ll add you to a farm. We’ll subscribe you to the right amount of solar shares based on your electricity needs.
Save on electricity costs
You’ll get a discount on your utility bill in the form of credits. Pay Nexamp for these credits at a discount, helping you save.
Community solar vs. rooftop solar in New York
When considering which solar solution might be right for you, it's important to understand the differences between community solar and rooftop solar. The table below breaks down the key differences between these two options.
| Nexamp Community Solar | New York Rooftop Solar | |
| Upfront cost | No upfront cost | High upfront cost |
| Cost savings | Lower long-term savings | Higher long-term savings |
| Maintenance | No maintenance required; farms are maintained by Nexamp | Homeowner is responsible for all maintenance |
| Accessibility | Available to renters and homeowners | Available only to homeowners with a suitable roof |
| Tax incentives | Subscribers are not eligible for solar tax incentives | Tax incentives are available |
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Property value impact |
No impact on property value for subscribers | Can help increase property value |
Who can sign up for community solar in New York?
Homeowners
Renters
Low-to-moderate income households
Businesses
Schools and universities
Hospitals
Religious Organizations
Municipalities
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Why Nexamp?
Nexamp Community Solar doesn’t require a credit check to enroll, there are no upfront costs, and there is no fee to cancel. We make it easy for homeowners, renters, small businesses, and others to participate in our Community Solar program and save 10% on their annual electricity costs.
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FAQs: Community Solar in New York
What is the history of community solar and community solar legislation in New York?
In 2012, New York launched the NY-Sun program, an initiative aimed at expanding solar capacity throughout the state. The program’s initial goal was to install 3 gigawatts of solar capacity by 2023. In April 2022, the New York Public Service Commission, authorized an additional $1.4 billion in funding, expanding the program and setting a new goal of 10 GW of solar by 2030. This supported New York’s goal of 70% renewable energy by 2030.
What is the structure of New York community solar?
The introduction of virtual net metering in 2011 paved the way for the Community Distributed Generation (CDG) Program, the state’s community solar program which was activated in 2015. This program is managed by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) through NY-Sun and facilitates the accessibility of solar energy. The program is a clear demonstration of New York’s commitment to meeting its renewable energy goals.
How has New York community solar been growing?
Presently, New York is a leader in national community solar with over 800 community solar projects in the state. The growth of distributed solar in New York underscores the success of supportive legislation and programs like NY-Sun in promoting and streamlining renewable energy adoption across the state.
Take advantage of the growth and accessibility of community solar in New York! When you sign up for community solar, you support the generation of clean, renewable energy while realizing annual electricity cost savings.