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Your complete New Jersey energy hub. SuSI/ADI program ($85.90/MWh for 15 years), property and sales tax exemptions, CSEP community solar, NJ Clean Energy programs, and heat pump guides with rebates from PSE&G, JCP&L & ACE — all updated for the post-ITC reality.
2026 Update: The federal 25C heat pump tax credit and 25D solar tax credit expired December 31, 2025. NJ utility rebates (PSE&G, JCP&L, ACE), Whole Home ($7,500), and the SuSI/ADI program are the available incentives.
Everything New Jersey homeowners need to know about solar in 2026 — SuSI/ADI program, net metering, tax exemptions, community solar, city-by-city costs, financing options, and third-party ownership strategies in the post-ITC era.
Every NJ incentive in one place: ADI/SREC-II, 1:1 net metering, tax exemptions, CSEP. Interactive calculator.
Read guidePost-ITC reality. SREC-II, net metering, tax exemptions still make NJ solar viable.
Read guide$85.90/MWh for 15 years. Rate change March 2026. How to register.
Read guide750+ MW, 51% LMI, 10-40% bill savings. No rooftop needed.
Read guide1:1 retail credit, 5 MW max. Lock in before potential changes.
Read guide$2.75-3.15/W. City breakdown: Newark, Jersey City, Cherry Hill, Princeton.
Read guide25D is dead. PPA/lease still access Section 48. SREC-II makes NJ viable.
Read guide6.625% sales tax exempt + 100% property tax exempt. Huge in NJ ($9,500/yr avg).
Read guideSide-by-side utility comparison for solar customers.
Read guidePost-ITC financing: which option works best without 25D?
Read guideSolar loans without the 30% ITC lump sum. Compare rates, terms, and how ADI income offsets higher payments.
Read guideFind your utility and net metering details by ZIP code.
Read guideSection 48 ITC still available. 30% + bonus adders. MACRS 20% bonus.
Read guideRS-TOU-3P launching June 2026. ~$0.10/kWh spread. Calculate battery TOU savings.
Read guideThird-party ownership explained. How Section 48 ITC flows to you. Lease vs PPA vs loan.
Read guideThe commercial ITC is still alive. How third-party ownership lets you access it through leases and PPAs.
Read guideCSEP 51% LMI set-aside, ADI low-income adder, and community solar discounts for qualifying households.
Read guideHow tariffs affect panel pricing, which manufacturers are FEOC-compliant, and what it means for your quote.
Read guideSection 30C still active (expires June 2026). Bundle solar + EV charger for maximum savings.
Read guideEverything New Jersey homeowners need to know about heat pumps in 2026 — PSE&G, JCP&L, and ACE rebates, Whole Home program ($7,500 max), regional costs, gas furnace comparisons, shore salt air protection, and electricity rates.
Whole Home up to $7,500 + PSE&G $900, JCP&L $500-1,000, ACE $1,300.
Read guideRegional pricing: North $15K, Central $14K, Shore $14.5K, South $13K.
Read guideNJ's gas-dominant market. Honest numbers at $1.35/therm vs $0.26/kWh.
Read guideNJ DCA licensing, Whole Home contractor requirements, Manual J.
Read guideUp to $900 instant + $200 LMI bonus. On-bill repayment up to $75K.
Read guideTiered: $500/$750/$1,000. Cold-climate HP gets highest tier.
Read guide130 miles of coastline. Corrosion protection, coastal-rated units.
Read guidePost-June 2025: PSE&G +17%, JCP&L +20%. Impact on HP economics.
Read guideNew Jersey Clean Energy Program rebates and services — whole-home energy audits, insulation rebates, heat pump water heater incentives, and income-eligible programs through Comfort Partners.
Complete overview of all NJ Clean Energy programs: rebates, audits, financing, and how to apply.
Read guideNJ Clean Energy rebate for heat pump water heaters. Qualifying models, savings vs tank, and how to apply.
Read guideNJ Clean Energy insulation rebates for attic, wall, and basement. Eligibility, amounts, and contractor requirements.
Read guideFree weatherization and appliance upgrades for income-qualifying NJ households. No cost to participants.
Read guideWhole-home energy audit and upgrade program. BPI-certified contractors, rebate stacking, and improvement priorities.
Read guideSolar installation costs and permit timelines for 31 New Jersey cities and towns — organized by utility territory (PSE&G, JCP&L, ACE), with local permitting details and pricing.
$2.85-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Urban solar considerations and ADI low-income adder eligibility.
View costs$2.90-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Dense urban flat-roof and row house solar strategies.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. Gateway city with ADI low-income eligibility and affordable housing stock.
View costs$2.90-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Mile-square city — flat-roof ballasted systems on historic brownstones.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Affluent Essex County with multiple historic districts and large Victorian homes.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. Bergen County seat with fast permits and straightforward solar process.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, PSE&G territory. Fastest permits in North NJ with large suburban lots.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Affluent Bergen County village with historic district near village center.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, PSE&G territory. Bergen County city near GWB with good residential housing stock.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, PSE&G territory. Rutgers University city with historic downtown district.
View costs$2.85-3.10/W, PSE&G territory. Premium market with multiple historic districts and high property values.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. Fast permits, suburban housing stock with good roof area in Middlesex County.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. Largest Middlesex County township with consistent permit process.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. Fast permit turnaround near Rutgers with newer homes and 200A panels.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, PSE&G territory. State capital with high ADI low-income eligibility.
View costs$2.70-3.05/W, PSE&G territory. Camden County suburb with fast permits and excellent housing stock.
View costs$2.70-2.95/W, PSE&G territory. Environmental justice community with highest ADI low-income eligibility in South NJ.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, JCP&L territory. Morris County seat with historic district near the Green.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, JCP&L territory. Fastest permits in Morris County with large suburban lots.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, JCP&L territory. Somerset County with fast permits and large homes on spacious lots.
View costs$2.80-3.15/W, JCP&L territory. Affluent Union County city with strong sustainability culture and historic district.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, JCP&L territory. Ocean County seat — shore zone with post-Sandy solar-ready rebuilds.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, JCP&L territory. Ocean County shore community with flood zone compliance requirements.
View costs$2.85-3.15/W, JCP&L territory. Monmouth County shore city with historic district and marine-grade requirements.
View costs$2.85-3.15/W, JCP&L territory. Historic shore city with multiple districts and growing solar adoption.
View costs$2.80-3.10/W, JCP&L territory. Ocean County shore borough with flood zone and marine-grade equipment needs.
View costs$2.70-2.95/W, ACE territory. Fastest permits in South NJ with larger lots allowing ground-mount systems.
View costs$2.70-3.00/W, ACE territory. Atlantic County suburb inland from shore zone with efficient permitting.
View costs$2.80-3.05/W, ACE territory. Shore zone with FEMA flood compliance, historic districts, and salt-air requirements.
View costs$2.85-3.05/W, ACE territory. Most historic town in NJ — Victorian architecture requires sensitive panel placement.
View costs$2.75-3.05/W, ACE territory. Cape May County barrier island with shore zone and salt-air exposure.
View costsTrack New Jersey electricity rates, ADI incentive rates, and see which utilities are rising fastest.
Current rates, historical trends, and projections for all New Jersey utilities.
View ratesElectricity rates jumped 22-42% across 9 states. See the data and learn how to lock in your cost.
Read analysisTrack PSE&G electricity rate changes, historical trends, and projected increases for 2026-2027.
View trackerTrack SuSI/ADI incentive rates by energy year. $85.90/MWh (EY2025-26), $95.23/MWh (EY2026-27).
View trackerVineland Municipal Utilities is New Jersey's largest municipal electric provider — serving Cumberland County with competitive rates and local solar programs.
How long does solar actually take in your town? We track permit approval times, interconnection timelines, fees, shore zone requirements, and historic district considerations for 32 New Jersey towns.
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| Town | Permit | Total |
|---|---|---|
| VinelandACE | 7d | 5-9 wks |
| ParamusPSE&G | 7d | 5-9 wks |
| ParsippanyJCP&L | 7d | 4-9 wks |
| BridgewaterJCP&L | 7d | 4-9 wks |
| HackensackPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| EdisonPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| WoodbridgePSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| PiscatawayPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Cherry HillPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Egg Harbor TownshipACE | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Toms RiverJCP&L | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Brick TownshipJCP&L | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| RidgewoodPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| EnglewoodPSE&G | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Kensington HeightsJCP&L | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| SummitJCP&L | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| PatersonPSE&G | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| MontclairPSE&G | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| MorristownJCP&L | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| New BrunswickPSE&G | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| PrincetonPSE&G | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| TrentonPSE&G | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| CamdenPSE&G | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| Long BranchJCP&L | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| Asbury ParkJCP&L | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| Point PleasantJCP&L | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| Ocean CityACE | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| NewarkPSE&G | 12d | 7-12 wks |
| Jersey CityPSE&G | 12d | 7-13 wks |
| HobokenPSE&G | 12d | 7-13 wks |
| Atlantic CityACE | 12d | 7-13 wks |
| Cape MayACE | 12d | 8-14 wks |
Data compiled from municipal building departments, installer field reports, and NuWatt project history. Last updated March 2026. Click any row for details.
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