Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC) / TREC
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For every kilowatt hour (kWh) of solar energy your system produces, the NJBPU SREC/TREC program will issue credits at the rate of $0.19/kWh. A typical 10 kW system in the state of NJ produces 14,000 kWh every year. Given this number, with SRECs a homeowner will earn $2,660/year for 15 years.
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With a solar system, the savings are certain: a zero electricity bill saving $2,310 + SREC $2,660 + 26% Federal Tax Break. This formula ensures a total return on investment (ROI) in four years or less, and for 13 more years, a homeowner keeps earning SREC money. For the life of the solar panels, a homeowner has a zero electricity bill.