Solar energy in New York state covered record 20% of state power demand
During the noon hour on May 18, 2023, NYISO reported that consumer and utility-side solar resources generated 3.33 GW of clean energy output, while the behind-the-meter portion of 3.2 GW and utility-operated 130 MW accounted for 20% of the state’s electricity demand.
Commercial Solar Guy sells 101 MW New York portfolio, seeks additional 60 acres
The solar developer is also seeking another 16 MW of solar, mostly in the NYSEG power company region, to fill out the portfolio.
New York large-scale solar set to surge 8500%
New York’s Large Scale Renewable Energy Program has awarded over 6.8 GWac of solar projects since 2017, with 80 MW coming online this spring.
New York to add 25 GWh of energy storage for less than the cost of a slice of pizza
The state expects to save $2 billion a year, while meeting 18% to 25% of current seasonal peak demand, once the total deployed capacity reaches 6 GW by 2030.
Community solar top ranking, solar-plus-storage development are top of mind at NYSEIA Summit
The Empire State’s clean energy advocacy groups are within days of receiving the state’s Energy Storage Roadmap framework.
New York Governor Hochul announces $319 million dry pump facility
This investment helps secure domestic supply chains for an essential component in the solar cell manufacturing process.
No resting on laurels, New York seeks to improve upon successful solar programs
NYSERDA has launched a Request for Information to gain stakeholder feedback on refinements to the state’s Large Scale Renewables procurement and Clean Energy Standard programs.
CS Energy awarded 270 MW solar portfolio in New York
The award comes as a part of NYSERDA’s fifth annual Renewable Energy Standard request for proposals, which aims to add more than 2 GW of clean energy projects to the state’s grid.
50 states of solar incentives: New York
New York has steadily ranked as a top 10 solar market in the United States, buoyed by strong incentives and innovation.
EDF Renewables signs 1 GW of NYSERDA solar and storage contracts
The developer was awarded contracts for three large projects that combine for 1 GW of capacity.
