The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) – a non-profit regional electricity provider – has run into a problem that has plagued many utility companies that have offered solar incentive programs: too many people are interested.

The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) on Monday announced cuts in the rebates offered under its Solar Pioneer Program. The changes pertain to only those New Yorkers who reside within LIPA territory — all others fall under the purview of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Here’s a quick look at [...]

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) will make available a $6 million grant to the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), according to a recent announcement by Governor David A. Paterson. The new funding will enable LIPA to continue programs that provide rebates and incentives to homeowners and business owners who install [...]

For several years, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) has arguably offered the best solar PV rebate program in New York, if not the entire country. The per-watt rebate — available to homeowners, businesses, schools, and public and non-profit entities — has not been limited by an absolute dollar-amount or percentage cap. Most solar rebate [...]