Providence County · Rhode Island
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Providence, RI
Providence homeowners cut high RI electricity bills with solar and strong net metering.
200 days
Sunny Days/Year
$1,500/yr
Avg. Annual Savings
7–10 years
Payback Period
$16,000
Avg. System Cost
About Solar in Providence
Why Providence Homeowners Are Going Solar
Providence is Rhode Island's capital and largest city. Rhode Island has some of the highest electricity rates in the country at over $0.24/kWh, making solar an excellent investment for Providence homeowners. National Grid serves Providence and offers net metering for residential solar customers.
Rhode Island's Renewable Energy Fund (REF) provides rebates for residential solar installations, and the federal 30% tax credit stacks on top. Full property and sales tax exemptions add further value.
SunLynk connects Providence homeowners with pre-vetted local solar installers who understand Providence County's permitting requirements and National Grid's interconnection process.
Why go solar in Providence?
- RI electricity rates over $0.24/kWh
- REF rebate up to $0.85/watt
- National Grid net metering
- Full property and sales tax exemptions
- Average payback of 7–10 years
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Available Incentives
Solar Incentives for Providence Homeowners
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit
Tax CreditClaim 30% of your solar installation cost as a federal tax credit through 2032.
RI Renewable Energy Fund Rebate
RebateRhode Island's REF provides rebates up to $0.85/watt for residential solar installations.
National Grid Net Metering
Net MeteringNational Grid offers net metering for Providence residential solar customers at retail rates.
Property Tax Exemption
Tax ExemptionRhode Island exempts solar energy systems from local property tax assessments.
Sales Tax Exemption
Tax ExemptionSolar energy equipment is fully exempt from Rhode Island's 7% sales tax.
Common Questions
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