Top Solar Incentives for New Jersey Homeowners

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
    Description: A comprehensive source of federal, state, and local incentives supporting renewable energy.
    Visit DSIRE
  • DOE’s EnergySaver Program
    Description: Offers financial incentives and assistance for energy-efficient and renewable energy products.
    Visit EnergySaver
  • Sustainable Jersey Program
    Description: Connects municipalities and schools with financial and technical resources for sustainability projects.
    Visit Sustainable Jersey
  • 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.