NYSERDA is the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. NYSERDA is a public benefit corporation created in 1975 under Article 8, Title 9 of the State Public Authorities Law through the reconstitution of the New York State Atomic and Space Development Authority. NYSERDA’s earliest efforts focused solely on research and development with the goal of reducing the State’s petroleum consumption. Subsequent research and development projects focused on topics including environmental effects of energy consumption, development of renewable resources, and advancement of innovative technologies.

NYSERA is the state organization that charges a SBC (System Benefit Charge) on your utility bills. The money collected is used fund various NYSERDA initiatives, including the New York Energy Smart program and solar power and wind power incentives. Currently, these incentives will provide about half of the installed cost of solar and wind power installations for residential systems.

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www.nyserda.com - NYSERDA's home page