Jonathan Cohen
@jonathancohen.us
Proud husband and father of two. Policy Director at New York Solar Energy Industries Association. Opinions are my own. Follows are not an endorsement.
✅ Signed Today: A Big Win for Affordable Energy in New York!
Governor Hochul has signed legislation restoring stability in how solar projects are valued and taxed.
Solar projects lower energy costs for all New Yorkers — and this legislation ensures they can keep moving forward.
Governor Hochul has signed legislation restoring stability in how solar projects are valued and taxed.
Solar projects lower energy costs for all New Yorkers — and this legislation ensures they can keep moving forward.
December 3, 2025 at 7:14 PM
✅ Signed Today: A Big Win for Affordable Energy in New York!
Governor Hochul has signed legislation restoring stability in how solar projects are valued and taxed.
Solar projects lower energy costs for all New Yorkers — and this legislation ensures they can keep moving forward.
Governor Hochul has signed legislation restoring stability in how solar projects are valued and taxed.
Solar projects lower energy costs for all New Yorkers — and this legislation ensures they can keep moving forward.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 AM
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.
Our industry doesn’t just weather change — it thrives on it. Last week, I stopped by a Greentech Renewables workshop with Sunstone Credit, Sunrock Distributed Generation, and Enphase. Incredible insights on IRA commercial solar finance and new tech.
November 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Our industry doesn’t just weather change — it thrives on it. Last week, I stopped by a Greentech Renewables workshop with Sunstone Credit, Sunrock Distributed Generation, and Enphase. Incredible insights on IRA commercial solar finance and new tech.
Earlier this week, I attended the Long Island Energy Storage Summit, hosted by ACE NY, NYSERDA, Stony Brook University and NY-BEST. Leaders, first responders, and advocates explored how strong safety standards & community engagement can build trust and accelerate clean energy adoption in New York.
November 22, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Earlier this week, I attended the Long Island Energy Storage Summit, hosted by ACE NY, NYSERDA, Stony Brook University and NY-BEST. Leaders, first responders, and advocates explored how strong safety standards & community engagement can build trust and accelerate clean energy adoption in New York.
Leaving Albany feeling energized about NY’s solar + storage future! This week reminded me why this job is the greatest privilege of my career. Grateful for our incredible NYSEIA team, members & sponsors. Monday, the work continues.
November 14, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Leaving Albany feeling energized about NY’s solar + storage future! This week reminded me why this job is the greatest privilege of my career. Grateful for our incredible NYSEIA team, members & sponsors. Monday, the work continues.
Albany is buzzing ⚡️ The #NYSolarStorage Summit proves that even after a year of setbacks, our industry is stronger than ever.
Tomorrow: Day 2. Let’s keep building a future where every New Yorker can access clean, affordable energy. 🌞🔋
Tomorrow: Day 2. Let’s keep building a future where every New Yorker can access clean, affordable energy. 🌞🔋
November 13, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Albany is buzzing ⚡️ The #NYSolarStorage Summit proves that even after a year of setbacks, our industry is stronger than ever.
Tomorrow: Day 2. Let’s keep building a future where every New Yorker can access clean, affordable energy. 🌞🔋
Tomorrow: Day 2. Let’s keep building a future where every New Yorker can access clean, affordable energy. 🌞🔋
Hard to believe the NY Solar + Storage Summit is just a week away! Last year, it landed right after the presidential election—a time of uncertainty. This year, we’re coming together with momentum, sharing how we’ve adapted + grown. Tickets still available—join us! www.nyseia.org/about-register
November 5, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Hard to believe the NY Solar + Storage Summit is just a week away! Last year, it landed right after the presidential election—a time of uncertainty. This year, we’re coming together with momentum, sharing how we’ve adapted + grown. Tickets still available—join us! www.nyseia.org/about-register
13 years after Superstorm Sandy, too many New Yorkers still lack access to resilient power. With a new mayor coming in January, NYC has a chance to lead — updating outdated codes and unlocking safe, energy storage for all. Let’s build a stronger, fairer future together.
October 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
13 years after Superstorm Sandy, too many New Yorkers still lack access to resilient power. With a new mayor coming in January, NYC has a chance to lead — updating outdated codes and unlocking safe, energy storage for all. Let’s build a stronger, fairer future together.
On Friday, Carolyn and I joined the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless to celebrate 40 years of impact. Their team leads with heart and vision — advocating, serving, and building community with compassion. Everyone deserves a safe place to call home.
October 29, 2025 at 1:54 AM
On Friday, Carolyn and I joined the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless to celebrate 40 years of impact. Their team leads with heart and vision — advocating, serving, and building community with compassion. Everyone deserves a safe place to call home.
As federal clean energy support fades, NY solar companies are stepping up—expanding into storage & efficiency. But innovation alone isn’t enough. With energy costs rising, it’s time for Albany to act. NYSEIA is pushing for low-cost, high-impact reforms. www.newsday.com/long-island/...
Long Island solar installers face challenges as tax credit ends
Long Island solar companies brace for 2026 challenges as federal tax credit expires, likely impacting sales and prompting shifts to other strategies.
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October 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
As federal clean energy support fades, NY solar companies are stepping up—expanding into storage & efficiency. But innovation alone isn’t enough. With energy costs rising, it’s time for Albany to act. NYSEIA is pushing for low-cost, high-impact reforms. www.newsday.com/long-island/...
Every year since Zack was a toddler, Brookhaven has passed a resolution supporting the Teal Pumpkin Project — making Halloween more inclusive for kids with dietary restrictions like my son, who lives with IBD. Grateful this tradition continues. Learn more 👇
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The Teal Pumpkin Project Map
By putting a teal pumpkin on your doorstep, you let kids know that your house is food allergy-friendly.
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October 24, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Every year since Zack was a toddler, Brookhaven has passed a resolution supporting the Teal Pumpkin Project — making Halloween more inclusive for kids with dietary restrictions like my son, who lives with IBD. Grateful this tradition continues. Learn more 👇
www.foodallergy.org/our-initiati...
www.foodallergy.org/our-initiati...
No one told me that having a dog is like living with a tiny, furry monarch with a God complex.
I pay the mortgage. She rules the kingdom.
But she’s my heart. I’d move the sun myself if I could.
I pay the mortgage. She rules the kingdom.
But she’s my heart. I’d move the sun myself if I could.
October 22, 2025 at 11:01 PM
No one told me that having a dog is like living with a tiny, furry monarch with a God complex.
I pay the mortgage. She rules the kingdom.
But she’s my heart. I’d move the sun myself if I could.
I pay the mortgage. She rules the kingdom.
But she’s my heart. I’d move the sun myself if I could.
16 years ago, this guy completed our family. I still remember holding him by the hospital window, thinking I could live in that moment forever. He’s grown into a truly great man—and still chooses to spend time with me. Happy birthday, son. I love you like crazy.
October 20, 2025 at 1:20 AM
16 years ago, this guy completed our family. I still remember holding him by the hospital window, thinking I could live in that moment forever. He’s grown into a truly great man—and still chooses to spend time with me. Happy birthday, son. I love you like crazy.
Testified before the @nysenate.bsky.social last week: NY isn’t on track to meet CLCPA climate goals, & energy affordability is a growing concern. I urged continued investment in distributed solar + storage—it’s ahead of schedule, under budget, & saving consumers $$. www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/vid...
Virtual Legislative Roundtable on New York State Climate Targets
Virtual Legislative Roundtable to Examine the Legislative, Budgetary, and Executive Actions Necessary to Achieve New York State’s CLCPA TargetsHosted by the Senate Standing Committees on Finance, Ener...
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September 30, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Testified before the @nysenate.bsky.social last week: NY isn’t on track to meet CLCPA climate goals, & energy affordability is a growing concern. I urged continued investment in distributed solar + storage—it’s ahead of schedule, under budget, & saving consumers $$. www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/vid...
Happy Gotcha Day to my sweet and loyal companion. These are challenging times in America—lots of noise, lots of weight. But this little hoodie-wearing fluffball? Unbothered. Just here with unconditional love, tail wags, and the occasional side-eye. Grateful for three years of calm in the chaos. 🐾❤️
August 8, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Happy Gotcha Day to my sweet and loyal companion. These are challenging times in America—lots of noise, lots of weight. But this little hoodie-wearing fluffball? Unbothered. Just here with unconditional love, tail wags, and the occasional side-eye. Grateful for three years of calm in the chaos. 🐾❤️
Jim Lovell’s story always stood out to me as a powerful example of how far you could stretch the capabilities of a human life - & how doing that could make all of us better and stronger. He and others of his time made reaching for the stars seem like an attainable goal. www.nasa.gov/news-release...
Acting NASA Administrator Reflects on Legacy of Astronaut Jim Lovell - NASA
The following is a statement from acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy on the passing of famed Apollo astronaut Jim Lovell. He passed away Aug. 7, in Lake
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August 8, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Jim Lovell’s story always stood out to me as a powerful example of how far you could stretch the capabilities of a human life - & how doing that could make all of us better and stronger. He and others of his time made reaching for the stars seem like an attainable goal. www.nasa.gov/news-release...
One of the most rewarding parts of my work is bringing clean energy leaders together. This week’s NYSEIA event for the Long Island Solar & Storage Alliance was a highlight—grateful to County Exec Ed Romaine for sharing his vision, and for a rare date night with Carolyn!
August 8, 2025 at 2:09 PM
One of the most rewarding parts of my work is bringing clean energy leaders together. This week’s NYSEIA event for the Long Island Solar & Storage Alliance was a highlight—grateful to County Exec Ed Romaine for sharing his vision, and for a rare date night with Carolyn!
Trump just signed an EO attacking solar—doubling down on obstruction over innovation. As federal leaders retreat, state leadership is vital. Governors, legislators, and communities must lead. NY will show America how it’s done. www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Ending Market Distorting Subsidies for Unreliable, Foreign‑Controlled Energy Sources
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1.
www.whitehouse.gov
July 8, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Trump just signed an EO attacking solar—doubling down on obstruction over innovation. As federal leaders retreat, state leadership is vital. Governors, legislators, and communities must lead. NY will show America how it’s done. www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
The devastating federal budget bill is getting international attention. I was grateful to help highlight its real-world impacts. Thanks to BrooklynSolarWorks for sharing footage of residential solar installs. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSUB...
US energy costs set to rise as solar incentives are cut in new budget
YouTube video by Al Jazeera English
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July 4, 2025 at 7:41 PM
The devastating federal budget bill is getting international attention. I was grateful to help highlight its real-world impacts. Thanks to BrooklynSolarWorks for sharing footage of residential solar installs. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSUB...
The budget bill passed today in Congress is a staggering, unprecedented, heartbreaking betrayal of American values—cruel and shortsighted. But this isn’t the end of the story. We’ll mobilize our industry to ensure that NY responds with bold action to protect jobs, cut red tape, and lower costs.
July 3, 2025 at 9:53 PM
The budget bill passed today in Congress is a staggering, unprecedented, heartbreaking betrayal of American values—cruel and shortsighted. But this isn’t the end of the story. We’ll mobilize our industry to ensure that NY responds with bold action to protect jobs, cut red tape, and lower costs.
Last week, Carolyn and I joined New Hour for Women and Children to celebrate their 10th anniversary—a decade of empowering women, restoring families & building stronger communities. I left inspired by stories of resilience. Congrats to Serena & the whole team!
July 2, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Last week, Carolyn and I joined New Hour for Women and Children to celebrate their 10th anniversary—a decade of empowering women, restoring families & building stronger communities. I left inspired by stories of resilience. Congrats to Serena & the whole team!
🚨 The Senate is choosing to cripple the solar industry—with eyes wide open. This bill slashes clean energy incentives, kills 300K+ jobs, and raises energy costs for all Americans. We've shown Congress the data. They know the damage. They're doing it anyway. www.politico.com/live-updates...
‘Kill shot’: GOP megabill targets solar, wind projects with new tax
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June 30, 2025 at 1:43 PM
🚨 The Senate is choosing to cripple the solar industry—with eyes wide open. This bill slashes clean energy incentives, kills 300K+ jobs, and raises energy costs for all Americans. We've shown Congress the data. They know the damage. They're doing it anyway. www.politico.com/live-updates...
Thrilled to congratulate my friend of 30+ yrs, Carrie Gallagher, on becoming CEO/President of LIPA! She’s a powerhouse of intellect and action—a no-nonsense, results-driven leader who knows how to get things done. That's exactly the kind of leadership LIPA needs right now. libn.com/2025/06/25/c...
Carrie Meek Gallagher named new LIPA chief | Long Island Business News
Carrie Meek Gallagher has been appointed CEO of LIPA, bringing decades of experience in energy policy, utility oversight, and Long Island governance.
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June 25, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Thrilled to congratulate my friend of 30+ yrs, Carrie Gallagher, on becoming CEO/President of LIPA! She’s a powerhouse of intellect and action—a no-nonsense, results-driven leader who knows how to get things done. That's exactly the kind of leadership LIPA needs right now. libn.com/2025/06/25/c...