Who is eligible?

You are entitled to claim this credit if you:

purchased solar energy system equipment,

entered into a written agreement for the lease of solar energy system equipment, or

entered into a written agreement that spans at least ten years for the purchase of power generated by solar energy system equipment not owned by you.

The solar energy system must use solar radiation to produce energy for heating, cooling, hot water, or electricity for residential use. The system must also be installed and used at your principal residence in New York State.