Solar Incentives & Rebates in California

California homeowners can take advantage of federal and state incentives to significantly reduce the cost of going solar. Below is a complete breakdown of every incentive, rebate, and policy available in California.

Net Metering

Partial net metering (reduced rate)

SREC Program

No SREC program currently available

State Tax Credit

No state tax credit — federal 30% ITC still applies

All Solar Incentives in California

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Tax Credit

Reduces federal income tax liability by 30% of the total cost of a solar energy system, including equipment and installation.

Value: 30% of system cost
Eligibility: All US homeowners with sufficient tax liability. System must be new and installed on primary or secondary residence.
Expires: 30% through 2032, 26% in 2033, 22% in 2034

Net Energy Metering (NEM 3.0)

Net Metering

Credits solar owners for excess energy exported to the grid at time-of-use rates. Paired with battery storage for maximum benefit.

Value: Export rate varies by time of use
Eligibility: All residential solar customers of PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E
Expires: Ongoing

Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)

Rebate

Provides rebates for installing battery storage systems paired with solar panels.

Value: Up to $1,000/kWh for battery storage
Eligibility: Residential customers of PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, or SoCalGas
Expires: Ongoing while funds available

Property Tax Exclusion for Solar

Tax Exemption

Solar energy systems are excluded from property tax assessments through 2025, potentially extended.

Value: 100% property tax exclusion
Eligibility: All property owners with active solar systems
Expires: Subject to renewal

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