Energy independence in
Cranberry Lake, NY
Don't let the 4.22 sun hours fool you. Cranberry Lake's solar potential, combined with local incentives, creates a strong investment case. Your area receives an average of 4.22 peak sun hours per day.
Nearby Areas
Solar Coverage Map: Cranberry Lake, NY
Estimated Annual Savings
Verified Solar Potential
Payback Period
Time until system pays for itself
25-Year Lifetime Savings
Estimated net profit after system costs
Fed. Tax Credit (30%)
Available Incentives & Rebates
Residents of Cranberry Lake may qualify for 5 active programs.
Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
30% Tax Credit for systems installed by Dec 31, 2025. CRITICAL: For 2026, this credit is set to expire for homeowner-owned systems unless extended. Leases (Third-Party) still qualify under Sec. 48E.
NY State Incentives
Net Metering / VDER
Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) stack value credits.
NY-Sun (Megawatt Block)
Upfront rebate based on system size ($/Watt). Varies by region.
Solar Energy System Equipment Credit
25% state tax credit, capped at $5,000.
Efficiency
Code: 129274.22 Peak Sun Hours / day
Live Solar Forecast
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Peak Sun Hours Comparison
GoodCranberry Lake's solar resource is 6% below the national average, but modern high-efficiency panels can still deliver strong returns.
Solar Physics Simulator
Sun path trajectory for Cranberry Lake
In Cranberry Lake, the sun is 32.1° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 39.8° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.
Why Solar in Cranberry Lake?
Our analysis of Cranberry Lake, NY reveals strong solar fundamentals: 4.22 peak sun hours daily and estimated savings of $864/year. New York electricity rates are 50% above the national average The solution? NY-Sun incentive adds $0.20-0.40 per watt on top of federal credit
True Cost Calculator
If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar
Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Cranberry Lake.
Solar Outperforms by -64%
Unlike stock market gains which are taxed at ~15-20%, the money you save on electricity is 100% tax-free. Plus, solar increases your home's resale value immediately.
The Cranberry Lake solar market has 5 primary installers. Quality and warranty terms matter more than price in smaller markets.