Friday, July 31, 2009

LIPA Gets Behind Commercial Solar

Long Island Business News » Small commercial projects get a lift from LIPA

Although it’s too early to tell whether commercial solar will take off, after years when photovoltaic panels primarily graced residential rooftops, the hottest topic in solar power is commercial projects from businesses to schools and government buildings.

“In part, commercial hasn’t caught on because the technology wasn’t there,” said Michael Deering, LIPA’s vice president for environmental affairs. “And there weren’t rebate programs or tax benefits.” Deering said LIPA’s incentives - $3.50 per watt for the first 10 kilowatts and less for bigger projects - are prompting inquiries as word gets out companies can cash in."

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