New York

New York State is aggressively pushing commercial solar development as part of its commitment under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which mandates 70% renewable electricity by 2030 and a zero-emission power sector by 2040. The state’s 2025 Draft Energy Plan emphasizes expanding both utility-scale and distributed solar, including commercial and community solar projects. Incentives from programs like NYSERDA’s NY‑Sun, combined with federal Investment Tax Credits, have driven strong growth in recent years, positioning New York as one of the fastest-growing commercial solar markets in the country.

Several large-scale commercial solar projects are slated to come online around 2026, including the Cider Solar Project, projected to be the state’s largest, along with dozens of community solar arrays totaling nearly 50 MW. Distributed solar projects paired with battery storage are also expanding, with hybrid commercial installations helping businesses and municipalities meet sustainability goals while contributing to grid reliability. Rooftop solar on municipal buildings and commercial properties is increasingly common, particularly in urban areas like New York City, where projects on schools and housing developments demonstrate the trend toward distributed generation.

Despite these opportunities, developers face challenges that could affect deployment timelines. Environmental permitting, particularly regarding wetlands, has slowed approvals, while grid interconnection bottlenecks remain a significant barrier for feeding commercial solar into the network. Nevertheless, state and federal incentives, combined with ongoing policy support for renewable energy, suggest that commercial solar in New York will continue to grow steadily through 2026 and beyond, contributing critically to the state’s clean energy and climate goals. If you are interested in a very detailed consultation regarding solar for your business, your home, or both, please fill out a contact form, and one of our many solar specialists will reach back out to you within 24 hours. Additionally, if you are a commercial or residential solar company, we would love to partner with you in making New York clean and green, helping the state become number one in renewable energy.

New York has made wind energy a strategic pillar of its long-term economic and energy policy, targeting a zero-emission electricity grid by 2040 and 9 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity by 2035. Flagship developments such as Empire Wind 1 and Sunrise Wind are advancing and are expected to supply large-scale renewable power to the downstate grid. For CEOs, business owners, and administrators, these projects signal increasing availability of utility-scale clean energy that can support corporate sustainability commitments, ESG reporting requirements, and long-term energy cost planning.

While the state has temporarily paused certain new offshore wind solicitations due to federal permitting and transmission considerations, this reflects a disciplined approach to risk management and ratepayer protection. Existing contracted projects continue to move forward, and regulatory frameworks are being refined to ensure long-term stability. For executive leaders, this environment underscores the importance of proactive energy strategy — aligning procurement decisions with emerging renewable infrastructure and anticipated policy incentives.

In parallel, New York is expanding onshore wind generation and investing in critical infrastructure, including upgrades at the Arthur Kill Terminal, which strengthens the state’s offshore wind supply chain and regional economic impact. Together, these initiatives position wind energy as both an environmental and competitive advantage for forward-looking organizations. If your organization is evaluating how wind energy can reduce operating costs, hedge against energy volatility, and advance sustainability goals, we invite you to complete our contact form. A wind energy specialist will respond within 24 hours to discuss tailored solutions aligned with your strategic objectives.

New York State has established itself as a national leader in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure development through comprehensive climate and transportation policies. Under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, all new passenger cars and light-duty trucks sold in the state must be zero-emission by 2035, driving significant investment in charging infrastructure. To support this mandate, New York is leveraging substantial federal funding made available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including approximately $175 million through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. These funds are dedicated to deploying high-speed charging stations along designated highway corridors to ensure reliable, convenient access for long-distance travel.

In addition to corridor development, the state is prioritizing community-based charging expansion to improve accessibility across urban, suburban, and rural markets. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority administers key incentive programs such as Charge Ready NY 2.0, which provides rebates of up to $3,000 per Level 2 charging port, with enhanced incentives for projects located in disadvantaged communities. Complementary federal Charging and Fueling Infrastructure grants and state municipal funding programs further support installations at multifamily properties, workplaces, public facilities, and tourism destinations, while also assisting local governments with fleet electrification initiatives.

To strengthen long-term infrastructure growth, New York also supports private-sector investment and grid modernization. The NY Green Bank has committed significant capital to accelerate the expansion of fast-charging networks, particularly in high-density areas such as New York City. Concurrently, the New York State Public Service Commission has approved major utility investments to enhance grid capacity and reliability in anticipation of increasing EV adoption. Collectively, these coordinated policies, grants, and financing mechanisms position New York to deliver a comprehensive, resilient, and equitable EV charging network statewide. For additional information regarding available incentives or EV charging development opportunities, we invite you to complete our contact form, and a member of our EV team will respond within 24 hours.