You have many options whether you want to install a solar energy plant on your Long Island house or business. For information about the costs and incentives as well as where and how to place solar arrays, as well their impact on the earth, please read the following. Solar panels can help reduce your electricity bill and your electricity costs. Built Well Solar is available to answer any questions you may have about installing solar panel in Long Island.
Cost of solar panels on Long Island
If you are considering a solar energy system for your home on Long Island, you may be wondering what the cost of solar will be. The cost of a Long Island solar panel system can vary depending on its size and installation company. However, the average installation costs about $3.20 per watt. If you are looking to install a five kilowatt solar panel system, you should expect to spend between $13,558 and $18,342 on the total project.
Incentives available
New York offers several incentives to homeowners who choose to go solar if they are considering installing a solar power system in their home. One of these incentives is a $5,000 state tax credit. This credit can be used on new systems and can offset the cost of your new system. For solar systems, you can also get a federal tax credit. This last incentive is especially valuable for Long Island homeowners.
Long Island solar array locations
Renewable energy experts published the first report on Long Island that identifies the best places to install low-impact solar panels. This report highlights the obstacles that must be overcome to increase the number of solar array installations in the area. These strategies offer an excellent guideline to help achieve your solar energy goals. The journey ahead is not straightforward. Here are some important details on the Long Island solar road map:
Long Island's environmental impact from solar panels
Long Island's environmental impact from solar panels is a matter that should be carefully considered. There are ways to mitigate the impact. The developer, LI Solar Generation, will work with local communities to mitigate the impact on the land by funding a tree restoration program. Middle Island will also plant trees under the panels to disguise the solar farm. However, mitigation takes time and may take many years.
Long Island community solar projects
The Long Islands Power Authority approves a new program that will allow community solar projects to be developed on Long Island. This program contains two community solar programs. It is currently on the public hearing stage. After the hearings, the board will vote. Executives of the Long Island Power Authority have stated that the programs follow guidelines set by New York state's governor, who has set clean energy goals. The new incentive program will reduce the costs of installing community solar projects on Long Island.