Solar Connect Information for New York Residents

SunWize, a national solar energy company, developed the Solar Connect program to offer homeowners reliable grid-tied solar systems installed by qualified solar energy experts. Solar Connect installers provide after sales service and system warranties. They also help you utilize your State’s incentives and net metering programs to provide the most cost-effective system for your needs. Visit www.dsireusa.org for information about your State’s incentives and Federal tax credits for residential solar systems.

Why Consider Solar for Your Home?
Using solar for all or part of your home’s electrical needs makes sense. Utility tied solar electric systems are less expensive than ever and reduce the amount of electricity you purchase from your local utility. Where net metering programs are available, you may be able to sell excess electricity to your utility. You will produce reliable, clean power that reduces the burning of fossil fuels and contribute to a healthier environment. Solar electric systems are quiet, operate automatically, require very little maintenance and need no fuel except sunshine!

Solar Connect Grid-Tied Systems
The Solar Connect Program offers systems from the world’s leading solar manufacturers. Systems are available in a variety of models – your Solar Connect installer will help you choose the right one for your home. Solar Connect systems include UL listed equipment to provide utility quality power. Solar modules carry 20-year to 25-year warranties. Installations meet National Electric Code requirements for years of safe, reliable electric generation. Solar Connect installers also provide battery backup for use with your solar modules when utility power is not available.

Benefits
• Non-polluting renewable energy helps protect the environment • Saves money by lowering your electric bill • Provides free electricity
• Reduced installation cost through state rebate incentive programs • Wise investment - increases the value of your home
Features
• Many systems available to fit your power needs and budget • Expert installation by qualified installers • UL listed components
• After sales service contracts available • Manufacturer backed warranties • Mounts on existing roofs • Automatic operation

Notes about Residential Grid Tie Systems
• Solar electric modules do not heat water. They convert sunlight into electricity used just like the electricity you receive from the utility. These systems are often confused with solar thermal panels that circulate water heated by the sun.
• A system does not need to cover your entire electrical load. A small system that displaces one quarter to half of your demand can still reduce your bill from the utility. A 5kW system may replace up to 50% of a home’s electrical needs and ranges in price from $40,000 to $50,000. However, with rebates from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and state tax credits, this amount may be reduced by up to 60%.
• If a roof-mounted system is not practical, ground mounted systems are another option.
• For more information about residential grid tie systems in New York State, visit www.clean-power.com/nyserdaweb or www.powernaturally.org.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTS ONLY. If you are a NYS resident and you are interested in the Solar Connect program, please complete the information form and submit via the send button at the bottom of the form.
A qualified Solar Connect Installer in your area will contact you.

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