solar energy

Newark Liberty International Airport’s 5-megawatt solar project at the newly built Terminal A parking garage is the single largest solar rooftop project at any airport in the country.
Jun 11, 2026

NJEDA approves $79M for clean-energy retrofit projects

NJEDA approved $79 million for 10 clean-energy projects across the state, supporting solar, battery storage and building decarbonization.

An aerial overview of the AvalonBay Boonton property showing rooftop solar arrays, installed by PowerLutions Solar, across the multifamily community.
May 27, 2026

AvalonBay adds rooftop solar at Boonton apartments

AvalonBay added a 747-kW rooftop solar system at its Boonton apartments with installation from PowerLutions, cutting emissions and boosting clean energy use.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey solar expansion
May 11, 2026

Newark Liberty to expand solar energy project

Newark Liberty International Airport plans a major solar expansion adding 5 megawatts of renewable energy capacity.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill executive orders
Apr 20, 2026

Sherrill makes early moves to cut energy costs, add supply

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs orders to cut NJ energy costs, freeze rate hikes and expand power supply with solar, storage and gas upgrades.

Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City
Apr 3, 2026

Poll: NJ voters oppose casino expansion, back balcony solar

A new FDU poll shows New Jersey voters oppose expanding casinos beyond Atlantic City while strongly supporting plug-in balcony solar panels.

Energy
Mar 25, 2026

New law expands NJ energy storage incentives, extends deadline

Signed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill March 24, the measure also extends the deadline to apply for the Garden State Energy Storage Program, while aiming to boost capacity, cut costs, and improve grid reliability.

AI hologram
Aug 25, 2025

OPINION: Nation is at an AI policy crossroads – will NJ benefit?

New Jersey has the opportunity to impact the global artificial intelligence sector but needs a forward-looking energy strategy that matches the scale of the technology's electricity demand.

Energy
Jun 6, 2025

Voters say energy bills too high ahead of NJ primary

A new poll shows 80% of residents bemoan climbing costs, with strong support for balanced policies moving forward.

Rising electricity bills
May 23, 2025

NJ advances energy measures amid rising power costs

Reforms and grid updates moved forward in Trenton as residents brace for a 20% increase in utility costs due June 1.

A rooftop community solar installation from Solar Landscape in East Brunswick atop a Greek Real Estate Partners building.
May 21, 2025

PGIM provides $175M to power Solar Landscape’s rooftop push

The funding from the private capital group will back 74 community solar projects in Maryland and Illinois generating 43 megawatts.

CS Energy and Luminace completed two 5-megawatt landfill community solar projects in Berkeley Township.
Apr 24, 2025

250 MW community solar window coming soon in New Jersey

New Jersey opens 250 MW in new capacity for its community solar program, offering rooftop and other site owners a chance to earn and boost grid access.

Aftermath of Tropical Storm Ida
Apr 21, 2025

OPINION: Earth Day is a reminder

"[N]ow is the time to double down on smart, cost-effective investments in clean energy, like solar and offshore wind," writes Paulina O’Connor of the New Jersey Offshore Wind Alliance and Elowyn Corby of Vote Solar.