New Jersey's Dual-Use Solar Energy Pilot Program Rules
Official: Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 14:8-13.3, 13
Reading: The adopted rules establish and launch a new pilot program for dual-use solar installations, expanding solar energy deployment options in New Jersey.
These rules set out how the program will work and who can participate.
In clear language
New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities adopted new rules for a Dual-Use Solar Energy Pilot Program, which allows solar panels to be installed in ways that serve multiple purposes at the same location. The program runs until December 2032 and is designed to expand solar energy use while making better use of land. These rules set out how the program will work and who can participate.
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Who does this affect?
- Homeowners and businesses interested in installing solar panels that serve dual purposes (like generating electricity while also providing shade or other functions)
- Solar installers and renewable energy companies operating in New Jersey
- Utilities that will oversee and manage participation in the pilot program
What can you do?
- Check with your utility or the Board of Public Utilities website to see if you qualify for the dual-use solar pilot program
- Contact solar installers in your area to discuss whether dual-use solar systems make sense for your property
- Monitor program updates as it develops through 2032 to understand costs, incentives, and eligibility requirements
Timeline
- June 15, 2026 - Rules adopted
- December 17, 2032 - Program expires (unless extended)
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