Goals:

1. Achieve 2000 MW of PV and increased solar thermal use throughout  New York State during the next 10 years

   Through a bold new initiative modeled on the California Solar Initiative ordered by the CA Public Service Commission in 2006 to achieve 3000 MW of PV over the next 11 years.
    

2. Expand the manufacturing of solar technologies in New York State

   Building on recent successes in-state with semiconductor and fuel cell manufacturing.  Increased manufacturing of solar technologies could utilize idle or under-utilized manufacturing and fabrication plants and could increase jobs and revenue.
    

3. Increase awareness among legislators and other elected officials of the environmental, economic development and energy supply benefits of solar energy use

   An emission free, climate neutral energy source!
    

4. Participate in policy and regulatory processes

   To ensure the needs of the solar industry are understood and considered when making key decisions.

5. Help train the future workforce through education, training, and internships.
    

2009/10 Initiatives:

1. Organize and present a Solar Industry Conference and Trade Show.
   The NYSEIA conference will be part of ASES Solar 2009 in Buffalo. Special rates for NYSEIA members, part of the proceeds to benefit NYSEIA Sign up today! Visit www.ases.org
    
2. Organize and host Training Sessions on Solar Energy.
    
3. Continue the PV Installer Internship Program.
    
4. Encourage constituent meetings on solar energy issues through NYSEIA's Solar Action Network.
    
5. Participate in legislative discussions on solar energy legislation and educate members and the public on key policy and regulatory issues.
    
6. Define phase 2 of the Renewable Portfolio Standard, including funding level and how incentive programs will work.