NJ Solar Energy

All around us, homeowners, businesses and governments in NJ are turning to solar energy as a way to power their electricity needs. Why? Although a major benefit is that NJ solar energy systems generate clean energy, more and more New Jersey homeowners are recognizing the many other benefits that solar systems provide.

First, because solar energy systems are placed at the end users home or business, the natural energy losses associated with transporting electricity over the NJ energy grid are virtually eliminated. Second, NJ solar energy systems generate electricity when it is most needed - at peak times of the day when the utility is stressed to provide electricity. These first two points basically amount to less demand on the NJ public utilities power lines, and the cost of energy that your system produces goes right back into your energy use, and not lost in the transmission.

Dwindling supplies of fossil fuels increases the governments concern for energy options and they are looking more and more for home-grown energy solutions in NJ. Solar power in NJ, in its simplicity, makes for a great option, with no moving parts, no drilling, no exploration, and no loss of habitat for our wildlife. An existing roof already takes the heat of the sun every day and wastes it. With solar, that space can be transformed into a money-generating solution.

For example, in New Jersey, between the NJ State, and Federal rebates, the cost of a solar energy installation (or PV) system can be cut in half. These incentives are designed to make a PV system affordable to the private sector.

Will it work with my home?

1. Does the sun shine on your house?
2. Do you have an area of your roof that faces south? (East and West work also.)
3. If trees are currently shading your roof, would you consider removing them? (We can supply referrals) For every kW of PV installed, it is equal to saving an acre of trees.
4. If no roof space is available, do you have land where a pole mount or ground mount is available?

If you answered yes to the questions above, then a solar power system will work on your home.

How much does NJ Solar Energy Installation cost?

Initial costs to some may be considered high. So, the key is to figure out how to overcome the initial installation cost. Because, over its lifetime - 25 to 30 years, the cost of solar energy is actually cheaper than the cost from your power company. Rebates and incentives dramatically lower this cost. The SREC program is designed to offset the initial costs associated with purchase and installation. Most of our PV systems will recuperate thier initial costs in 3-5 years and then continue to provide a great return on investment for years to come.
To overcome the initial high cost, federal, state and local governments are increasingly providing nj solar energy incentives to help. These incentives come in the form of tax rebates,credits or grants, Solar renewable energy certificates, and various financing options. The incentives for each state and each town are different so contact us to help you determine all the benefits for you in your area so you can begin to harness the power of NJ Solar Energy.