Have you been considering the purchase of a solar electric system (also known as a photovoltaic or PV system) for your home? More and more New Jersey residents are interested in taking advantage of solar electricity because it offers a range of benefits unmatched by any other electric technology.

Solar technology can help you:

• stabilize or reduce your energy costs
• generate your own supply of clean energy
• provide backup power for your home in case of outages
• increase the value of your home
• play a role in creating a cleaner environment

Here you'll find  important, basic information you’ll need to make an informed decision about solar electric technology. It contains an overview of the benefits of solar electricity and how it works, plus vital considerations about buying a system, selecting a contractor and seeking financing opportunities. Please note that this isn’t a technical guide for designing and installing a system. For detailed technical information, we suggest you consult an experienced solar electric system supplier or installation contractor.

New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program is helping to make solar electric systems even more economical for homeowners in the state. See Cost, Incentives and Savings for details on financial incentives available through the New Jersey Clean Energy Program. These incentives could reduce the cost of purchasing and installing a system by up to 60%*. There you will also find information on net metering, a feature that provides you with a credit for any surplus electricity generated by your system.

A solar electric system can be a substantial investment — careful planning will help ensure that you make the right purchasing decision and enjoy the many benefits of “plugging into the sun.”

*Incentive amounts will decrease over time as the number of systems installed through the New Jersey Clean Energy Program increases.