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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IF WE PUT A MORATORIUM ON SOLAR WHILE WE UPDATE OUR ZONING CODE?
Delaying solar will cause developers to move on to solar-friendly towns, bringing with them revenue and job creation. The time to develop solar in your community is now.
CAN WE OPT-OUT OF SOLAR ARRAYS AND ALLOW FOR RESIDENTIAL TAX BREAKS?
Opting-out applies to ALL property types. If towns or schools opt-out of Tax Law 487, homeowners will also need to pay tax on their solar installations before year 16. This makes the installation of solar power cost-prohibitive for both developers and homeowners.
WHAT IS A PILOT PROGRAM?
Municipalities can devise beneficial Payment-In-Lieu-Of-Tax (PILOT) agreements for commercial and residential projects. These programs offer full exemption to home owners while providing tax revenue to the town before year 16. Municipalities can also create “premium location” PILOT agreements.
Norbut Solar Farms aims to bring jobs, revenue, and education opportunities to the communities in which we develop. Our solar development plans include integrating farming practices on previously unusable land. Underneath the solar panels we plant a mix of natural grasses and clover for our chickens and bees to forage. Look for organic fresh eggs and raw honey at our solar farm entrance!
SOLAR FARM EDUCATION
New York’s Clean Energy Mandate:
Requires 50% of electricity to come from renewable
energy sources like wind and solar by 2030.
Currently, we’re at 13%.
PPA AGREEMENTS
Power Purchase Agreements are long-term contracts between solar energy providers and buyers that guarantee electricity rates for the duration of the 25 year contract. Norbut Solar Farms uses the standard PPA that is used across the nation.
Consumers want more renewable energy. According to the US Energy Information Administration solar is projected to exceed natural gas, wind, nuclear, hydro and petroleum in new generation levels in 2016 and beyond.
SUPPLY AND DEMAND
Solar gives our communities the choice to be less-reliant on fossil fuels and nuclear power, creating a cleaner, safer earth for future generations. Not to mention our solar farms are planted with clovers to help the soil and supply the honey bees we raise on our farms.
THE ENVIRONMENT
We have over 20 years of experience in construction and development and we firmly believe in the power of solar to transform New York's energy landscape, bring jobs to the region, and give communities the choice to be less reliant on fossil fuels and nuclear power.
No upfront capital costs for municipality.
Historical and municipal buildings would not be altered or damaged by solar roof panels.
Norbut Solar Farms assumes all risk, planning, installation, management and maintenance.
Third-party developers such as Norbut Solar Farms can utilize tax benefits and grants to complete projects, whereas non-profits and government organizations cannot.
Job growth will increase as developers build more systems in our region.
THE BENEFITS
ROCHESTER CERTIFIED SMART CLIMATE CITY
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today recognized the City of Rochester as a model municipality for the city's actions to strengthen resiliency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In recognition of this achievement, New York designated Rochester as the 11th Certified Climate Smart Community and the 50th Clean Energy Community in New York State.
Founded in 1994, the New York Solar Energy Industries Association (NYSEIA) is a statewide membership and trade association dedicated solely to advancing solar energy use in New York State.
Right now, New York State is undertaking significant change in how it generates and delivers energy. Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) is Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s strategy aimed at building a next-generation energy system that is clean, resilient, and affordable for all New Yorkers.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, known as NYSERDA, promotes energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. ... Collectively, NYSERDA's efforts aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, accelerate economic growth, and reduce customer energy bills.
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