ValueUpfront $/kWh incentive by block and region (~$125/kWh NYC/Westchester, ~$175/kWh rest-of-state reported); Retail Inclusive Storage Incentive first block 15 MW/45 MWh at $350/kWh ($15.75M) for critical facilities in DACs
DeadlinesFirst-come, first-served by block until each block is fully subscribed
RequirementsNew commercial-scale storage up to 5 MW AC, behind-the-meter or distribution-connected; must provide customer value (demand charge offset, utility program, or VDER); apply through NYSERDA-approved contractor
CaveatsFirst-come first-served, projects up to 5 MW; live block subscription/budget remaining not verifiable from static dashboard page — confirm on interactive Retail Incentive Dashboard
Last verified2026-08-12