Solar Energy

Now, anyone can purchase solar energy without the need for expensive installations on your home! If you’re a renter, condo-dweller, or own a home with a shaded roof, NJ’s state-backed Community Solar program was tailor-made for you. That said, even single-family home owners can join in, as long as you don’t have solar panels already installed on your roof. Community Solar customers can “subscribe” to a portion of a commercial solar installation and receive a credit on their electricity bill for the electricity generated by their share of the array....

Installing rooftop solar can help homeowners save on electricity bills over time and provide greater energy resilience — as well as helping combat climate change. Thanks to sharp declines in the cost of panels, and government incentives, getting solar now makes financial sense for many homeowners. If you don’t have these on your roof yet, there is no better time to look into it! Actions you can take right now: Find out whether your house is suitable for rooftop solar, and how much energy it can produce....

Installing rooftop solar can help homeowners save on electricity bills over time and provide greater energy resilience — as well as helping combat climate change. Thanks to sharp declines in the cost of panels, and government incentives, getting solar now makes financial sense for many homeowners. If you don’t have these on your roof yet, there is no better time to look into it! Actions you can take right now If you already have solar: Share your story with neighbors....