We have the feeling that we could say this every year of the last five, but in 2025 so far it was really an interesting year. Many curve balls have been thrown, and rising energy costs are a growing problem for homeowners and companies in the USA and with new tariffs, which are now actually valid in the USA, electricity prices are expected to increase even higher in several US states.
Fortunately, solar energy offers an alternative to property owners who want to protect themselves from the volatility of the incoming tariffs. You need to know the following about the latest energy tariffs and how you can manage your energy with solar in the long run.
Understand Canada’s energy tariffs
On March 4, 2025, new US tariffs came into force and added a tax of 25% to Canadian goods and a tax of 10% for Canada energy exports to the USA. For states that are strongly dependent on imported Canadian electricity, you will find the heading here: higher energy bills in several states.
According to a report of the 2020 of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the imported countries in which the largest electricity from Canada is imported:
- new York
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- North Dakota
- New Hampshire
- Maine
- California
- Vermont
- Nevada
- Arizona
If you live in one of these states and rely on standard stream from the network, your energy costs will probably increase due to these tariffs.
How solar the energy independence brings
Solar energy offers a powerful solution for rising tariffs and energy prices. By producing your own electricity via solar collectors, you are no longer dependent on supply companies or affected by international trade policy. Geopolitics could increase by 30% in 20 years, and it would not control its final result. Solar offers real energy independence, blocks its costs and gives you greater control over your monthly bills.
Incentives for solar
It is now easier than ever to make switching to solar. Financing options are available to help home owners and companies to distribute the costs of solar installation over time. In addition, many states offer solid incentives to further reduce their preliminary investment.
In New York – one of the states most affected by the new tariffs – Nyserda (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) offers incentives to reduce costs for the installation of solar modules. Additional tax credits for federal tax and local programs can also be available, depending on where you live.
4 advantages of solar battery storage
Adding a battery storage system to your solar setup is the glaze on the cake. Regardless of whether you already have solar or install a new system, batteries offer important advantages that increase your returns:
- Save excess solar energy to use at night or in successive, cloudy days (similar to backup generators).
- Protect your home from power failures by providing backup stream.
- Maximize your solar investment by using more energy that you produce.
- Depending on the location, access battery -specific tax credits, discounts and incentives.
Why choose Solar Liberty?
Solar Liberty is the largest solar installer in New York and is consistently one of the nation’s top solar entrepreneurs. Our team brings decades of experience, full NABCEP certification and the obligation to make solar simple, affordable and accessible. We monitor every part of the process of design and installation and maintenance so that you can be sure that your investment is managed by the best provider.
Ready to gain energy independence and to protect yourself from rising tariffs? Contact Solar Liberty Today to get started.
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