NY-Sun Commercial / Industrial Incentive Program (PON 3082)
NY-Sun Commercial / Industrial Incentive Program funds large-scale solar PV projects in Upstate New York to advance clean energy adoption and solar research, led by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.
Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: May 4, 2015 (program opened) | December 31, 2030 (final deadline; rolling submissions accepted until then or until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Incentives vary by project and block; typical awards range from hundreds of thousands to several million dollars per project for eligible PV systems (750kW–7.5MW); subject to available capacity and incentive block rates.
Summary: Provides cash incentives to support new large-scale grid-connected solar PV installations in Upstate New York for commercial and industrial entities.
Key Information: Applications are first-come, first-served and must be submitted by a NYSERDA-approved Participating Contractor; incentives and eligibility rules may change as block capacity is filled.
Description
This program offers significant cash incentives for the installation of new, grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems sized between 750kW and 7.5MW (DC) in Upstate New York. Administered by NYSERDA, the initiative aims to accelerate solar energy adoption among commercial and industrial customers, with funding provided by the New York State Clean Energy Fund and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. Incentives are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and are available until December 31, 2030, or until program funds are fully committed.
