Incentives and Rebates
Make your solar + storage system even more affordable.
Local Incentives & Rebates
Local governments, PG&E, and other energy providers (CleanPowerSF, East Bay Community Energy, MCE, Peninsula Clean Energy, San Jose Clean Energy, Silicon Valley Clean Energy, Sonoma Clean Power) may have additional rebates or incentives for clean energy and electrification. Visit their websites or contact them directly to find out more about your options.
Make sure to also opt up to 100% clean energy even if you install solar + storage on your home!
The Solar Investment Tax Credit
Your solar installation is more affordable with the Solar ITC!
What is the Solar Investment Tax Credit?
The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is a Tax Credit to homeowners install renewable energy and is applied to your federal income taxes. The Solar ITC has been extended for 10 more years! Learn more on the U.S. Department of Energy website.
Can the Solar ITC be combined with the SunShares Discount?
Absolutely! The Federal Solar Tax Credit can be combined with the SunShares discount, which means you can save even more on making the switch to solar!
How do I claim the Solar ITC?
To claim the Solar ITC, you must own both the solar system and the home on which the solar system was installed. Speak to a tax advisor to see if you qualify for the solar tax credit.
What about the Inflation Reduction Act?
Use Rewiring America's IRA calculator to estimate the tax credit: https://www.rewiringamerica.org/app/ira-calculator
The Self Generation Incentive Program Rebate
The SGIP Rebate may be able to offset the cost of your Home Battery Storage system.
What is the SGIP Rebate?
The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) helps Californians purchase battery storage to extend their home’s electrical power for several hours during power outages. Incentives can cover up to 100% of the purchase costs for customers who have home medical equipment, live in an outage-prone area, or are income-qualified.
Who is eligible for SGIP?
Anyone can apply for the SGIP Rebates. However, most funds are allocated towards Californians who are low income, live in outage-prone regions, and/or need electricity for home medical equipment.
How do I apply for the SGIP Rebate?
Visit the CPUC website to learn about participating SGIP. You can submit a reservation request for an SGIP incentive online here. All SunShares Selected Installers can offer guidance on SGIP applications and will help you though the process of applying for and receiving your rebate.
Can SGIP be combined with the SunShares discount?
Absolutely! SGIP can thankfully be combined with the SunShares discount, which means you can save even more on making the switch to solar + storage!
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