Affordable Solar and Storage Predevelopment and Technical Assistance in New York
This funding opportunity provides financial support for solar and storage projects that benefit low- to moderate-income households in affordable housing across New York, helping to overcome barriers and promote equitable access to renewable energy.
Description
NYSERDA is offering up to $10,650,000 through the Affordable Solar and Storage Predevelopment and Technical Assistance Program to support the development of solar and/or storage projects benefiting low- to moderate-income (LMI) households in affordable housing. The program aims to address resource gaps and market barriers by funding projects that provide meaningful benefits to LMI customers and affordable housing providers, while demonstrating viable models for equitable solar and/or storage development. Eligible activities include implementing solar and/or storage installations for affordable housing, community solar installations benefiting LMI households and/or affordable housing, securing financing, conducting site assessments, customer outreach, developing cooperative ownership models, and other technical assistance activities.