Solar incentives

Solar incentives and rebates can save you thousands of dollars on installing solar panels. This is our one-stop-shop for all things incentives, including how they work, where they're available, and how much you can save.

Top 5 cheap solar panels in 2024

Essie Magierski

January 31, 2024

Top 5 cheap solar panels in 2024

Your complete guide to low-cost solar panels and tips for saving money on solar installations.

2024 federal solar tax credit explained: How it works

Jen Merithew

November 30, 2023

2024 federal solar tax credit explained: How it works

The federal solar tax credit equals 30% of solar installation costs and may result in a bigger tax return!

New Jersey’s SuSI solar incentive program explained

Jen Merithew

October 4, 2023

New Jersey’s SuSI solar incentive program explained

Explaining how much New Jersey’s successor solar incentive program can save homeowners and what it means for the state’s solar industry.

Are residential solar panels worth it in 2024?

Teddy Theil

October 4, 2023

Are residential solar panels worth it in 2024?

Calculate if solar panels are worth it for your home based on your location, electric rates, roof type, electric use, rebates and tax credits, and the prices of local solar companies

The Inflation Reduction Act: one year in

Heide Pfeiffenberge

August 16, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act: one year in

The Inflation Reduction Act was passed one year ago. Has the historic climate bill accomplished what it set out to do?

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

Teddy Theil

June 21, 2023

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

The average cost to fully charge a Tesla at home is between $13 and $18. But, total charging costs vary with the car model, electricity prices, and the charger you use.

Solar loans: Everything you need to know

Thi Deremer

May 18, 2023

Solar loans: Everything you need to know

Solar panels are a great way to cut down on your power bills but the initial cost can be off putting. Explore the pros and cons of financing your solar system.

Xcel Energy customers in Colorado can take advantage of new and revamped incentives for solar and storage

Thi Deremer

November 8, 2022

Xcel Energy customers in Colorado can take advantage of new and revamped incentives for solar and storage

Xcel Energy Colorado will provide new incentives that will help spread the benefits of clean energy to a wide range of Colorado residents. Learn more here.

Homeowner’s guide to New York’s Megawatt Block solar incentive program

Jen Merithew

September 20, 2022

Homeowner’s guide to New York’s Megawatt Block solar incentive program

A breakdown of New York’s Megawatt Block incentive program that can save homeowners thousands of dollars when installing solar panels.

Explained: Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device program

Jen Merithew

April 18, 2022

Explained: Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device program

A breakdown of how Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device energy storage incentive program works and if it’s a good choice for Vermont homeowners.

Eversource New Hampshire: solar incentives, payback period & more

Thi Deremer

April 14, 2022

Eversource New Hampshire: solar incentives, payback period & more

Explaining how home solar works with Eversource, including how to reduce upfront costs, finding incentives & rebates, and determining average payback times.