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Jan 19, 2022

NYS Solar & Battery 2022 Policy Roundup

New and Renewed Opportunities for Commercial Solar and Community Solar Projects: NYSERDA + PSC Solar Roadmap. One of Governor Hochul’s first official acts was to...

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Commercial Solar

Dec 28, 2021

Everything You Should Know About Solar Hosting

While the number of solar panel installations continues to increase on Long Island and in NYC, not every home or business owner can install panels...

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Home Solar

Dec 16, 2021

Everything You Should Know About Solar Panel Installation

On Long Island and in NYC more and more homeowners are installing solar panels on their roofs to offset rising electricity costs and minimize their...

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Home Solar

Dec 16, 2021

LIPA Net Meter Successor Agreement Reached

For nearly two decades, behind-the-meter solar power systems used a system called net metering, which credited any solar kilowatt-hour exports to the grid one-for-one against...

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Home Solar

Oct 21, 2021

Solar 101 + Electricity Essentials: Exploring Solar System Ratings + Key Factors for Performance

So you’re looking to go solar – they’re telling you that you need a 10kW system but your neighbor with the same house as your...

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Home Solar

Oct 07, 2021

Is Solar Worth It On Long Island?

It’s no secret that Long Island has some of the highest electrical costs in the Northeast. We’re reminded of this each time energy rates increase....

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Home Solar

Sep 23, 2021

Advantages + Disadvantages of Solar Energy: 8 Pros and Cons

Switching to solar energy offers energy independence, reducing reliance on the electric grid with a consistent power supply. However, the suitability of your roof, including...

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Home Solar

Aug 13, 2021

Solar Energy Basics

Solar power has gained popularity in recent years, and it’s clear it’s not going anywhere. The financial and environmental benefits make solar energy profoundly advantageous...

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Utility News

Aug 02, 2021

The Future of Solar Net Metering in New York State

The solar net metering law was passed in NYS in the 1990s and has helped accelerate solar adoption due to the program’s simplicity and benefits...

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Commercial Solar

Jul 15, 2021

ICYMI: Solar Is Your New Tenant Livestream

As a developer on Long Island, it is important to always evolve and adapt to changes in policy and consumer trends. On Wednesday, July 7,...

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