New York City, November 26, 2025
New York is fast-tracking its clean power solicitation to help developers secure federal tax credits before potential changes take effect. NYSERDA is inviting bids for shovel-ready solar and wind projects, with an emphasis on projects that can start construction by mid-2026 or become operational by 2027. This initiative aims to encourage significant clean energy investments, create jobs, and maintain New York’s goal of sourcing 70% of its electricity from renewable energy by 2030, despite challenges in labor markets.
New York Accelerates Clean Power Tender Amid Federal Tax Credit Reductions
New York City, November 25, 2025
New York State is ramping up its clean power solicitation process to provide much-needed momentum for developers aiming to secure federal tax credits before they face reductions under legislation introduced by the Trump administration. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is reaching out for bids to shovel-ready solar and wind projects that can initiate construction by July 2026 or be operational by the end of 2027. This proactive measure comes with a proposal submission deadline of December 4, 2025, while award notifications are anticipated by February 2026.
This initiative fits into a larger national trend where renewable energy projects are being expedited to take advantage of federal tax incentives that may soon be diminished. Notable developers like Boralex and Greenbacker Capital are actively preparing their bids, highlighting the competitive nature of the current clean energy landscape. However, the rapid expansion in renewable construction has led to challenges in labor markets, notably increased wages and difficulties in worker retention, due in part to job structures requiring frequent relocations.
New York’s ambitious goal is to derive 70% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, which includes the development of 16 gigawatts (GW) of large-scale solar and 4 GW of large-scale onshore wind capacity. NYSERDA’s strategic push is designed to ensure the state maintains its clean energy momentum despite facing federal headwinds. This approach is complemented by enhanced labor policies, involving prevailing wage requirements that have been integrated into NYSERDA’s current solicitation.
The competition to commence the construction of solar and wind projects is pronounced, particularly as developers seek to overcome the potential impacts of changing federal policy. The urgency created by this situation presents an opportunity for New York to secure robust clean energy investments, estimated to exceed $5 billion, and to create more than 2,500 new jobs. As these investments and projects unfold, they will not only alleviate rising electricity demand but also enable New York to adapt effectively to shifting federal energy policies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
NYSERDA is expediting its clean power solicitation process to help developers secure federal tax credits before they are reduced under the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The solicitation prioritizes shovel-ready solar and wind projects that can begin construction by July 2026 or become operational by the end of 2027. Developers have until December 4, 2025, to submit proposals, with award notifications expected by February 2026.
Developers are aiming to capitalize on federal tax credits such as the Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit (CEITC) and the Clean Electricity Production Tax Credit (CEPTC). These credits assist in recovering capital costs for clean electricity projects. The CEITC provides a tax credit for investment in facilities that generate clean electricity, while the CEPTC offers a tax credit for the production of clean electricity from renewable sources.
The surge in renewable construction is placing pressure on labor markets and wages. Worker retention is becoming a challenge due to job structures that require frequent relocation. Additionally, over 40% of workers had more than one employer.
NYSERDA’s latest solicitation requires solar developers to sign agreements that ensure fair labor practices and worker protection in renewable energy projects.
New York aims to source 70% of its electricity from renewable energy by 2030. This goal is part of the state’s Clean Energy Standard and is designed to maintain momentum despite federal headwinds.
The accelerated solicitation is expected to drive over $5 billion in clean energy investments and create more than 2,500 jobs. It underscores New York’s commitment to advancing renewable energy projects and securing federal tax credits before potential reductions, addressing rising electricity demand, and adapting to federal policy changes.
Key Features of New York’s Accelerated Clean Power Tender
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Proposal Deadline | December 4, 2025 |
| Award Notification Date | February 2026 |
| Construction Start Date | By July 2026 |
| Operational Deadline | By the end of 2027 |
| Investment Estimates | Over $5 billion |
| Job Creation | More than 2,500 jobs |
| Energy Goals | 70% of electricity from renewables by 2030 |
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