Solar and Alternative Energy

Solar Energy and Solarize Westchester

TEAC was the key partner in the 2014 Solarize Tarrytown campaign, designed to dramatically increase the amount of solar installed in the village.  This is part of Solarize Westchester, supporting our cities, towns and villages in the adoption of solar-friendly processes and helping residents and businesses install solar more easily and at a lower cost.

With electricity bills on the rise and the clean energy tax credit nearing its end, now is an opportune time to consider solar energy for your home.  Sustainable Westchester is ready to assist all Westchester residents through their Residential Solarize program. They’ll provide a realistic assessment of your property, walk you through it, and connect you with qualified installers – all with no cost or obligation to you!

Installing solar on your home is a “no-brainer”, saving money from day one and paying off the initial cost in only a few years. Here’s how to get started:

  1. Get in touch with at least two local solar installers to get free site surveys and estimates.
  2. If your roofing is more than 15 years old, get it assessed to see if it should be replaced before you solarize.
  3. Decide if you want to include battery energy storage, that can power your house in a utility outage.
  4. Schedule the installation outside of the winter months.
  5. Get Con Edison approval for initial turn-on.
  6. Enjoy your lower utility bills!

Some solar installers that serve the Tarrytown area:

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