NJ Solar Tax Incentives
Top Solar Incentives for New Jersey Homeowners
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Successor Solar Incentive (SuSI) Program
Description: Provides energy credits for every megawatt-hour (MWh) produced by your solar system.
Benefit: $85 per Solar Renewable Energy Credit-II (SREC-II) for every 1,000 kWh generated.
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Solar Energy Sales Tax Exemption
Description: Solar systems are exempt from state sales tax, reducing upfront costs.
Benefit: No sales tax on solar panel purchases in NJ.
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Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems
Description: Installing a solar system increases property value without raising taxes.
Benefit: No additional property tax assessments for solar systems.
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Net Metering
Description: Sell excess energy back to the grid and receive credits on your electric bill.
Benefit: Reduce electricity costs with utility credits for surplus solar power.
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Federal Solar Tax Credit
Description: Homeowners can claim up to 30% of their solar installation costs on their federal taxes.
Benefit: Major savings on solar panel installation costs.
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New Jersey Infrastructure Bank
Description: Provides low-interest loans and financing tools for municipalities and businesses investing in clean energy.
Benefit: Affordable financing options for solar projects.
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Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
Description: A comprehensive source of federal, state, and local incentives supporting renewable energy.
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DOE’s EnergySaver Program
Description: Offers financial incentives and assistance for energy-efficient and renewable energy products.
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Sustainable Jersey Program
Description: Connects municipalities and schools with financial and technical resources for sustainability projects.
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Alternative Fuels Data Center
Description: Provides information on incentives for alternative fuels and renewable energy technologies.
Visit AFDC
Learn More About NJ Solar Incentives
For more details, visit the official NJ Clean Energy Incentives page or check out Forbes' Solar Incentives Guide.