Case Study: Solar Canopy on a Brooklyn Brownstone
With electricity rates on the rise, New York City residents are looking into greener alternatives to power their homes. A popular energy solution that New Yorkers have been switching to…
Read MoreWhat to Know About NYC Local Law 97
Sep 1, 2023If you’re the owner of a commercial property or co-op building in New York City, you may be subject to NYC Local Law 97. Passed in 2019, this law sets…
Why is my Con Edison bill so high?
Aug 31, 2023New York City is notorious for being expensive, and electricity costs are no different. But if your utility bills from Con Edison have been higher than usual, you’re not alone….
Climate Change in NYC and Clean Energy
Aug 25, 2023For us New Yorkers, recent hurricane seasons and this year’s wildfires have been an unfortunate wake up call. It’s no secret that the effects of climate change are here in…
Can solar energy improve air quality in NYC?
Jun 16, 2023With its bustling streets, dense population, and notoriously high traffic density, air quality in New York City has always been a topic for concern. Air quality here has been improving…
Case Study: Electrifying a Rowhouse in Brooklyn
Jun 14, 2023The trend of home electrification has been on the rise in recent years, as homeowners aim to adopt more cost-effective and more environmentally friendly energy solutions. Given the fact that…
Guide to Electrifying Your Home in NYC
May 22, 2023As the world becomes more conscious about climate change and carbon pollution, the demand for clean energy solutions has grown. Electrifying your home is one way to reduce your carbon…
Homeowner’s Guide to NYC Solar Incentives
May 5, 2023NY solar incentives and surging electricity rates make New York City one of the best solar markets in the country. Something we love about our work is informing homeowners about…
5 Benefits of Using a Local Solar Installer in NYC
Apr 27, 2023If you’re looking for a solar installer in New York City, you may be wondering whether it’s best to choose a large, national solar company or a smaller local installer….
5 NYC Climate Resiliency Plans to Know About
Apr 14, 2023Climate change is a pressing issue across the globe, and New York City is no exception. With its vast population and high vulnerability to natural disasters, NYC has been taking…
Do solar panels work at night?
Mar 13, 2023Due to Con Edison’s price hikes in recent years, solar energy has become a popular and sustainable alternative to traditional sources of energy in New York City. Even with its…
Your Guide to the NYC Solar Property Tax Abatement
Feb 17, 2023New York City has some of the best solar tax incentive offerings in the country, reducing the cost of most solar projects by up to 70%. One of these tax…
Is net metering going away in New York?
Feb 2, 2023Following major changes to California’s net metering program, you may be wondering if the current net metering system could be going away in New York too. At a time when…
Alternatives to Con Edison in NYC
Jan 26, 2023If you’re a resident of New York City, you’re likely a customer of Con Edison. And you most likely didn’t have a choice in the matter! We won’t sugarcoat it…
6 NYC Energy Efficient Home Improvements
Jan 6, 2023As we start the new year, we look forward to finding ways to improve and enrich our lives. In recent years, New Yorkers have increasingly been adopting sustainable lifestyle alternatives,…
Snow on Solar Panels: Everything You Need to Know
Dec 7, 2022Winter is coming…so what does that mean for your residential solar panels (and your wallet)? Here in New York City, the winter months bring more than just cold weather –…
Can solar panels completely power my NYC house?
Nov 30, 2022For New York City homeowners, solar power is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint and avoid rising electricity rates. In most cases, solar panels can completely power your…
Can solar panels charge an electric car?
Nov 10, 2022Electric vehicles are quickly becoming a mainstay in New York transportation. If you depend on cars to get you from point A to point B, swapping out your gasoline-powered vehicle…
How efficient are solar panels in NYC?
Oct 5, 2022When it comes to energy, efficiency is the word. The efficiency of your home’s power source makes an impact on both your electric bills and your carbon footprint. If you’re…
How to Be Sustainable in Brooklyn
Sep 30, 2022The sustainability movement is alive and well here in Brooklyn, and for good reason – being sustainable in Brooklyn is important for the health of our neighbors, city, and planet. …
How long do solar panels last in NYC?
Sep 12, 2022If you’re looking into solar power for your home, you may have questions about how long you can expect your solar panels to last. You may have heard that solar…
2022 Federal Climate Bill: What to Know
Aug 17, 2022Signed into law by President Joe Biden on August 16th, the Inflation Reduction Act is a huge win for the planet and the renewable energy industry. Here’s what this landmark…
Seasonal Solar Panel Performance in NYC
Aug 10, 2022Are you considering solar, but have some concerns about how your system will hold up in the winter or during a hurricane? If you are, you’re not alone. Here in…
NYC Homeowner’s Guide to Solar Panel Maintenance
Aug 5, 2022Are you a solar owner with a quick question about solar panel maintenance? Are you considering installing solar panels on your home and wondering what kind of maintenance is involved?…
NYC Con Edison Bill Increase by 12% Summer 2022
Jul 14, 2022The need for clean energy is more urgent than ever – not just for the planet, but for our wallets too. Last month, Con Edison announced that it expects to…
NYC Homeowner’s Guide to Flat Roof Solar
Jun 24, 2022In 2015, Brooklyn SolarWorks landed in Gowanus with a mission to bring affordable flat roof solar to local homeowners. We’ve overcome barriers to develop industry-leading approaches to permitting, design, and…
NYC Sustainability: How to Make a Positive Impact
Jun 6, 2022NYC is rapidly becoming one of the most sustainable cities in the U.S. Multiple plans for tackling climate change are in the works as New Yorkers are realizing that environmental…
What is the NYC Climate Mobilization Act?
May 3, 2022We’re proud to service New York City for a number of reasons. But, one of the things we love most about NYC is its commitment to sustainability and doing its…
Post Solar Panel Installation in NYC
Apr 1, 2022Not only does going solar benefit the planet, it benefits your wallet too. It will drastically reduce your electric bill, and you can take advantage of some of the best…
Why is solar energy important in NYC?
Mar 30, 2022Solar energy is important in facilitating a clean energy future, which is imperative in the fight against climate change. But the use of solar energy has benefits that extend beyond…
NYC Solar Energy Advantages and Disadvantages
Mar 17, 2022Solar energy provides a lot of benefits to New Yorkers – environmental, financial, and otherwise. But like any kind of investment, there are both pros and cons of solar energy….
Your Guide to Net Metering in New York
Feb 18, 2022Net metering in New York is one of the best financial benefits of switching to solar energy. This program allows you to utilize the excess energy your solar panels produce…
NYC Local Law 92 & 94: What to Know
Feb 14, 2022New York City’s Local Laws 92 and 94 were passed by the City Council in 2019 as part of the Climate Mobilization Act (CMA). The CMA, otherwise known as NYC’s…
Should I replace my roof before installing solar panels in NYC?
Feb 1, 2022If you’ve been considering installing solar on your flat roof, you might have been wondering about how the condition of your existing roof could impact an installation. Many homeowners have…
How does the federal solar tax credit work?
Jan 21, 2022With tax season fast approaching, you may be thinking about what tax incentives are available for residential solar. One of the best tax credits to take advantage of right now…
NYC Flat Roof Solar: Ask 6 Questions
Jan 18, 2022Can you install solar panels on a flat roofed home in New York City? The short answer is: absolutely! For a long time, local solar contractors avoided installing solar panels…
Solar Supply Chain: What You Need to Know
Dec 3, 2021Solar is a necessity. It is imperative that we shift our energy needs away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energy. This shift needs to happen at an industrial scale,…
NY Needs to Act on its Climate Goals
Nov 19, 2021Just last month, Governor Hochul committed to increasing New York’s minimum distributed solar energy goal to 10 gigawatts by 2030. New Yorkers elected leaders who passed the Climate Leadership and…
How Does a NYC Solar Installation Work?
Nov 15, 2021Ever wonder what it’s like to install solar on a flat roof? This video will explain our process for carrying out residential NYC solar installations, as well as solar system…
In the Community: CHiPS
Nov 1, 2021Brooklyn SolarWorks was founded in 2015 with the goal to make solar appealing and accessible for Brooklyn homeowners. But we understand that homeowners aren’t the only Brooklynites who want to…
A Tax on New York Solar is Coming
Oct 25, 2021Starting next year, Con Edison will be charging new solar customers a Customer Benefit Contribution (CBC) charge. This new charge is effectively a solar tax in New York City. While…
NYC’s Top Solar Myths Debunked
Oct 6, 2021If you’re considering solar, you’ve most likely heard that going solar in NYC is too expensive. Perhaps you’ve heard solar panels won’t hold up during hurricanes or that they make…
1,000th Rooftop Solar Installation
Sep 1, 2021Company launched in 2015 also expands solar rooftop footprint beyond Brooklyn into Manhattan and Queens with 80+ installs. It is extremely fulfilling to know that we’ve installed 1000 solar systems…
COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocol
Aug 10, 2021In light of rising COVID cases in NYC due to the Delta variant, we want to take the time to relay our updated health & safety protocol. We have always…
Urban solar interconnection can be modernized, simplified and standardized
Jun 23, 2021Solar Power World June 18, 2021 | By T.R. Ludwig, CEO and founder, Brooklyn SolarWorks and Colin Mattox, head of product marketing, ConnectDER Over the past decade, while solar has boomed in rural…
In the Community: Tiny House Project
May 26, 2021At our core, Brooklyn SolarWorks is dedicated to furthering clean energy solutions for New Yorkers. We strive to make sure that solar and other sustainable alternatives are accessible to the…
Does Tesla Install Solar Roofs in NYC?
Mar 31, 2021Does Tesla customize their solar solution for each home? The answer is no. The company uses a standardized approach to Tesla solar roof sales, offering four system capacity options. This…
BSW Joins Clean Energy for Biden
Oct 5, 2020For the former Vice President, global warming is an era-defining challenge, and combating it is an economic opportunity. Presidential candidate Joe Biden knows there is no greater challenge facing our…
NYC Solar Battery Storage & Net Metering
Jul 21, 2020We’ll dive into the current status of net metering in New York City as well as the benefits of solar battery storage. What is net metering? When the sun is…
COVID-19 Operations Policy
May 18, 2020We have always prioritized the safety of our customers, and in these uncertain times, it’s no different. That’s why we are practicing and enforcing best practices for social distancing and self-isolation…
NY State Historic Tax Credit is Disappearing
Mar 4, 2020Find out which Brooklyn neighborhoods will be affected. NYC is one of the most incentivized areas of the county for solar. Unfortunately some of these solar tax incentives are diminishing…
Goodbye Net Metering – Hello ?
Feb 11, 2020If you own a solar system, it’s likely that you produce excess energy which is returned back to the grid. In New York City, Con Edison compensates you for this…
Spreading Solar Lights to Communities
Nov 19, 2019The best part of Thanksgiving is reflecting on what and who we’re grateful for. This year, Brooklyn SolarWorks pondered the luxury of light. We’re so proud of the fact that…
Zillow: Solar Increases Home Value
Jul 29, 2019Zillow.com compares prices of thousands of solar and non-solar homes. NYC has highest premium among cities. According to an April 2019 study by Zillow.com, Brooklyn homes with solar systems have…
Obtain Electrical Self Reliance in NYC
Jul 24, 2019Extreme heat catalyzed the collapse of several power lines this past weekend. The outages were accompanied by fires and floods across America. As these forces worked in tandem, several electrical…
State of Solar on Swiss Public Radio
Jul 19, 2019On Friday Brooklyn SolarWorks hosted Swiss Public Radio correspondent Isabelle Jacobi at our HQ in Gowanus to discuss the state of solar. Following a short tour through our office and…
BSW Featured in NYT Article
Jul 9, 2019Brooklyn SolarWorks was prominently featured in a new article on solar adoption in the New York Times’ Real Estate section on Monday, July 8. Written by staff writer C.J. Hughes,…
Welcome to Our New Website!
Jun 29, 2019Welcome to our new website! Since first opening our doors in 2015 we have completed over 600 solar projects in Brooklyn and have had thousands of conversations with local homeowners….