Statement from Alliance for Clean Energy New York on LIPA Solar Pioneer Program

ALBANY, NY (09/16/2013)(readMedia)-- After today's announcement that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) will provide the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) with $5 million to restart its residential Solar Pioneer program, Valerie Strauss, interim executive director of the Alliance for Clean Energy New York, offered the following statement:

"We commend Governor Cuomo and NYSERDA for recognizing the importance of maintaining this highly successful program and ensuring its continuation throughout LIPA's reorganization and the renewal process for New York's statewide clean energy programs. This bridge funding will help ensure a stable market and affordability for the solar installers and consumers leading Long Island's transition to a green energy supply.

"New York is setting a course for the future of its clean energy economy, and thriving sectors like Long Island's solar industry demonstrate the ability of clean energy to promote sustainable economic development while transforming our energy portfolio. We appreciate this opportunity for New York's vibrant green economy to continue expanding and providing additional jobs and energy security on Long Island."

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About the Alliance for Clean Energy New York:

The Alliance for Clean Energy New York (ACE NY) is a broad coalition dedicated to promoting clean energy, energy efficiency, a healthy environment, and a strong economy for the Empire State, and is New York's premier advocate for the rapid adoption of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. www.aceny.org