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From MA SMART to NJ SuSI to RI REF grants—see exactly what your state offers.
Find My State IncentivesNuWatt Energy serves 9 states, each with unique solar incentives that can significantly reduce your installation cost and accelerate your payback period.
Combined with high electricity rates (ranging from $0.14/kWh in Texas to $0.34/kWh in Massachusetts), solar delivers a typical payback period of 6-10 years with 25-year savings of $50,000-$100,000+ depending on your state and system size.
Whether you're in New England, the Mid-Atlantic, or Texas—rates have climbed 20-47% since 2020.
$0.34
per kWh
↑ 47%
since 2020
$0.32
per kWh
↑ 44%
since 2020
$0.30
per kWh
↑ 41%
since 2020
$0.28
per kWh
↑ 39%
since 2020
$0.26
per kWh
↑ 36%
since 2020
$0.24
per kWh
↑ 32%
since 2020
$0.22
per kWh
↑ 29%
since 2020
$0.18
per kWh
↑ 24%
since 2020
$0.14
per kWh
↑ 21%
since 2020
Every year you wait, electricity costs more. Lock in your savings today.
Stop Overpaying for ElectricityHigh electricity rates + state incentives = exceptional solar ROI
Electricity rates have increased 20-47% since 2020 and continue to rise. Solar locks in your energy cost at today's prices for 25+ years.
Send excess energy back to the grid and receive credits on your utility bill. Most states offer full retail value for your surplus power.
Homes with solar sell for 4-6% more on average. Your solar investment adds real value to your property—and it's tax-exempt in most states.
Reduce reliance on the grid and protect yourself from rate hikes, supply disruptions, and peak-time surcharges.
Click your state to see detailed incentive information
SMART Program pays you for every kWh
SMART Program
$0.06-0.12/kWh payments for 10 years based on production.
State Tax Credit
15% credit up to $1,000 on state taxes.
Net Metering
Full retail credit for excess energy sent to the grid.
Property Tax Exemption
Solar doesn't increase your property tax bill.
Sales Tax Exemption
No sales tax on solar equipment purchases.
SuSI pays $90-100/MWh for 15 years
SuSI Program
Successor Solar Incentive: $90-100 per MWh for 15 years.
Net Metering
Full retail credit for excess energy.
Property Tax Exemption
100% exemption on solar system value.
Sales Tax Exemption
No sales tax on residential solar.
REF grants up to $8,500 for solar
REF Grants
$7,000-8,500 for solar, $3,500-5,000 for batteries.
Net Metering
Full retail credit through National Grid.
Property Tax Exemption
Solar doesn't increase property taxes.
Sales Tax Exemption
No sales tax on solar equipment.
Best battery incentives in New England
Battery Incentive
$200/kWh upfront + performance payments for storage.
Net Metering
Credit for surplus generation at retail rate.
Property Tax Exemption
15-year exemption on solar system value.
Sales Tax Exemption
No sales tax on residential solar.
SREC market provides ongoing income
SREC Program
$30-40 per Solar Renewable Energy Credit.
Net Metering
Credit for excess generation.
Local Utility Rebates
PECO, PPL, and others offer rebates.
Property Tax Exemption
Varies by municipality.
GMP BYOD pays $10,500 for batteries
GMP BYOD Program
Bring Your Own Device: $10,500 over 10 years for batteries.
Net Metering
Annual true-up for excess generation.
Property Tax Exemption
Solar exempt from property tax increases.
Clean Energy Loan
Low-interest financing available.
High rates + net metering = fast payback
Net Metering
Full retail credit at $0.26/kWh—among highest in US.
Property Tax Exemption
Solar exempt from property tax.
Efficiency Maine
Rebates for heat pumps and weatherization.
Community Solar
Options for renters and shaded properties.
100% property tax exemption + high rates
Property Tax Exemption
100% exemption on added home value from solar.
Net Metering
Credit for surplus generation at competitive rates.
NHSaves Rebates
Utility rebates for solar and efficiency.
Group Net Metering
Share solar with multiple meters.
300+ sun days + local utility rebates
Local Utility Rebates
Austin Energy up to $2,500, Oncor rebates.
Property Tax Exemption
100% exemption on solar system value.
Net Metering
Available through some utilities (varies by area).
Abundant Sunshine
300+ sunny days = maximum production.
Here's what a typical homeowner can expect with solar in 2026 (with state incentives):
Estimated Payback Period
7 Years
25-Year Net Savings
$75,000+
*Assumes 3% annual rate increase
You don't need to pay cash upfront to start saving. We offer multiple financing options that allow you to go solar with little to no money down.
Start saving from day one with payments often lower than your current electric bill.
Maximize your ROI with the best long-term returns and no interest payments.
Use your home's equity for potentially tax-deductible interest payments.
↑ Increases every year
Fixed for loan term, then $0
Monthly Savings
$120+
With state incentives and rising electricity rates, the best time to go solar is now. Get your free personalized savings estimate today.