Solar Incentives & Rebates in Rhode Island

Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island.

Net Metering

Full retail-rate net metering

SREC Program

SRECs available — earn credits for solar generation

State Tax Credit

No state tax credit — federal 30% ITC still applies

All Solar Incentives in Rhode Island

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

Rhode Island Renewable Energy Growth (REG)

Rebate

Long-term performance-based incentive through National Grid.

Value: $0.26-0.35/kWh for 20 years
Eligibility: Small-scale solar in RI
Expires: While program capacity available

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