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Energy independence in Castle Creek, NY

Castle Creek receives 4.38 peak sun hours—moderate by national standards, but electricity prices here tip the equation in solar's favor. Your area receives an average of 4.38 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
64 Moderate

Nearby Areas

Binghamton 13901 Glen Aubrey 13777 Binghamton 13905 Chenango Forks 13746 Johnson City 13790 Whitney Point 13862
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Solar Coverage Map: Castle Creek, NY

6 nearby locations
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Your Estimated Benefit

$888 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
6,001 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

9.5 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$13,802

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$3,601
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Castle Creek may qualify for 5 active programs.

Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
Benefit Value Pass-through Savings

If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
Benefit Value 30% (Expiring 2025)

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

VDER Stack
Net Metering / VDER

Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) stack value credits.

Upfront Rebate
NY-Sun (Megawatt Block)

Upfront rebate based on system size ($/Watt). Varies by region.

$5,000 Credit
Solar Energy System Equipment Credit

25% state tax credit, capped at $5,000.

Efficiency

Code: 13744
GOOD Score

4.38 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Castle Creek's 4.38 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Castle Creek National Avg State Avg 4.38 hrs 4.50 hrs 4.45 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Castle Creek's solar resource is 3% below the national average, but modern high-efficiency panels can still deliver strong returns.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Castle Creek

25.3° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Castle Creek East South West Summer (June) 25.3° Altitude Winter (Dec) -5.6° Altitude

In Castle Creek, the sun is 30.9° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 38.0° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Castle Creek?

With 4.38 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $888 annually, Castle Creek residents have a clear path to energy independence. Local focus: Aggressive state incentives and high electricity costs. State incentives are tapering. Lock in maximum savings now.

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $12,002
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $3,601
🏛️ NY Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$7,401
Financial Showdown

If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar

Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Castle Creek.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $22,365 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $23,865 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -63%

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.

With only 6 installers in Castle Creek, choose carefully. Verify NABCEP certification and check recent local references.