Thank you Governor Mikie Sherrill for Making Energy Affordability a Day One Priority
From day one, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has made clear that energy affordability is a priority for the state, with a focus on expanding solar and battery storage. Within hours of taking office, she signaled that addressing New Jersey’s energy challenges is an immediate focus of her administration. By acting early, Governor Sherrill has set a clear direction for an affordable energy future and underscored the importance of practical, near-term solutions that will deliver real impact. Solar Landscape shares the Governor’s focus on affordability and reliability and is proud to support her priorities by partnering with the administration to help turn early direction into real-world progress.
Sherrill Takes Action on Solar and Storage
- January 2026
Governor Mikie Sherrill signed an Executive Order directing the Board of Public Utilities to accelerate and expand solicitations for solar generation and battery storage, recognizing the urgent need to close the gap between electricity supply and rising demand.
Why Solar + Storage Matters Now
Electricity demand is increasing across New Jersey, driven by economic growth, electrification, and new large-load users. Solar paired with battery storage can be deployed on faster timelines than traditional generation and closer to where power is used — helping stabilize the grid during peak demand and improve system reliability. Solar and battery storage projects:
- Add locally generated power
- Support grid reliability during peak periods
- Reduce long-term system costs
- Complement existing utility infrastructure
