Affordable Solar and Storage Predevelopment and Technical Assistance
NYSERDA's Affordable Solar and Storage Predevelopment and Technical Assistance grant funds early-stage technical work to advance solar and storage projects for low-to-moderate income housing in New York State.
Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: December 31, 2029 (Final application deadline; applications accepted through December 31, 2029 by 3:00 PM Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per project; total program funding is $12,450,000; typical contract duration is 24 months.
Summary: Supports early-stage predevelopment and technical assistance work for solar and storage projects benefiting low-to-moderate income (LMI) households in multifamily and underserved housing in New York State.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed quarterly and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
Description
This funding opportunity from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) aims to address barriers to implementing solar and energy storage solutions for low-to-moderate income (LMI) households—especially those in rental, multifamily, or underserved housing not reached by traditional onsite systems. The program provides financial support for predevelopment and technical assistance activities necessary to advance solar and storage projects, ensuring that the benefits of clean energy reach historically underserved communities.
Projects funded by this initiative are expected to lead to the implementation and operation of solar and/or storage installations for affordable housing or to community solar installations that provide direct or indirect energy savings and resiliency benefits to LMI households.
