Community Solar Energy Pilot Program
Quick Summary
Community solar lets you benefit from solar power without rooftop installation by subscribing to a shared solar project in your area. You can enroll if your utility operates a project, with at least 40% of capacity reserved for low- and moderate-income households; apply during the annual application windows (Program Year 1 opened April 2019, Program Year 2 deadline was February 2021, though Year 3 schedule was unavailable as of December 2022).
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Program Details
- Program ID
- 22434
- Effective Date
- 1/17/2019
- Last Updated
- 2/23/2023
Eligibility
Program Summary
Community Solar Energy Program (CSEP)Community Solar Energy Pilot Program (Past)In May 2018, the governor signed A3723/S2314, which mandates the creation of the Community Solar Energy Pilot Program. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities adopted rules establishing the Community Solar Energy Pilot Program on January 17, 2019.The pilot was designed to run for three years. Program Year 1 applications opened on April 19, 2019. Program Year 2 applications were due on February 5, 2021. As of December 2022, a schedule for Program Year 3 is not available. Aggregate capacity in the state was limited to 75 MW per program year. The capacity limit is divided among electric utilities by the commission each program year. At least 40% of the total annual capacity limit must be allocated to LMI projects.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.