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Get a Free QuoteFull Retail Rate credits at $0.2975/kWh · Connecticut · Residential cap 25kW
$0.30/kWh
Credit Rate
25 kW
Residential Cap
$9.62
Min Monthly Bill
annual
Credit Rollover
Last updated: 2025-07-01
Eversource Energy CT (CT) customers earn $0.2975/kWh per kWh through full retail rate net metering credits — dollar-for-dollar against your retail rate. Credits roll over and expire annually with december 31 annual true-up. The typical Eversource Energy CT customer with a 8kW system saves $2,928.36 per year.
Net metering lets you earn credits for surplus solar energy sent back to the grid. Here is how it works with Eversource Energy CT.
Solar panels are installed on your roof or property and wired to an inverter.
Your system is interconnected with the utility grid through a bidirectional meter.
Panels produce electricity throughout the day, powering your home first.
A smart meter measures electricity flowing both to and from the grid in real time.
Excess energy sent to the grid earns credits that offset your future electric bills.
All current residential rate schedules relevant to net-metered solar customers. Understanding your rate schedule is critical for accurately estimating savings.
| Plan Name | Rate | Fixed Charge | TOU Available | Peak Rate | Off-Peak Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate 1 Residential | $0.2975/kWh | $9.62/mo | No | — | — |
| Rate 7 TOU Residential | $0.2975/kWh | $9.62/mo | Yes | $0.3536/kWh | $0.2305/kWh |
Peak hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm
Based on a typical Eversource Energy CT household using 900 kWh/month with a 8kW system generating 820 kWh/month.
Estimated Annual Savings
$2,928.36
$244.03/month average
Your credits depend on system size, utility, and local rates.
Calculate My SavingsResidential Cap
25 kW AC
Commercial Cap
2 MW AC
Interconnection Fee
Free ($0)
Application Timeline
4-6 weeks
Permit Required
Yes, local building permit required
Inspection
Utility inspection required before PTO
Meter Type
Bidirectional smart meter
Minimum Monthly Bill
$9.62
New $0.0325/kWh non-bypassable charge applied to all net metering customers effective mid-2025
PURA approved continuation of residential net metering at retail rate through 2027
Connecticut Green Bank battery storage incentives expanded alongside net metering
Updated rate structure with higher supply charges for 2026
Some third-party sources may still display outdated net metering data for Eversource Energy CT. The information on this page is sourced directly from utility filings and verified as of 2025-07-01.
What Eversource Energy CT customers need to know about net metering in 2026.
Eversource CT credits solar exports at 100% of the retail rate ($0.2975/kWh in 2026), among the highest net metering values in the northeastern US.
A new $0.0325/kWh non-bypassable charge applies to all net metering customers, slightly reducing the effective savings per kWh exported.
Connecticut has a 25kW residential system cap for net metering, matching the Massachusetts limit.
The annual true-up occurs on December 31, with any excess credits zeroed out and no cash payout.
Eversource CT serves approximately 1.25 million customers across 149 towns in Connecticut.
The Connecticut Green Bank offers complementary battery storage incentives that pair well with net-metered solar systems.
Despite the non-bypassable charge, CT net metering remains highly valuable due to the elevated retail electricity rates.
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Primary Source
Eversource CT Rate 1 / Rate 7 TariffLast Verified
2025-07-01
Methodology
Rate data and policy details are sourced directly from Eversource Energy CT's published tariff schedules and interconnection standards. We verify this data monthly against utility filings and update the page within 48 hours of any confirmed policy change.
See how much you can save with Eversource Energy CT net metering credits at $0.2975/kWh. Our Connecticut solar experts will design a system optimized for your utility rate plan.