Solar Rebates & Incentives
Maximize your solar savings with tax credits, state incentives, and local rebates available in Central California.
California Solar Incentives in 2026
Thinking about installing solar panels in California? There are still solar incentives that can significantly reduce your installation costs. At Premo Solar, we help you tap into every available incentive to get the most value from your system.
Curious about what you qualify for? Let’s find out!
See What Savings You Qualify For
Take advantage of these programs to significantly reduce your solar installation costs.
Depreciation
Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System
20% depreciation in the first year
Property Tax Exclusion
100% added property tax
Battery Rebates
Self-Generation Incentive Program
$150-$200 per kWh battery
WHAT TO EXPECT
How to Claim Your Incentives
Follow these steps to maximize your solar savings.
Net Billing in California
Understanding California's updated net metering program
Starting April 15, 2023, California updated its solar energy program to Net Billing Tariff (NBT), also called NEM 3.0. This means solar customers are now paid for excess energy sent to the grid at a rate based on the utility’s avoided costs. To get the most from your solar system under NEM 3.0, adding a solar battery for energy storage is highly recommended.
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Solar Incentive Questions
Common questions about California solar rebates.
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Even under California’s Net Billing Tariff, solar can still significantly reduce your electric bill. Savings come from using your own solar energy instead of buying power from the utility, especially during high-rate evening hours. Pairing solar with battery storage helps maximize those savings.
In most cases, yes. Solar systems are widely seen as a desirable home upgrade, especially in California. Thanks to the state’s property tax exclusion, the added value of a solar system won’t increase your property tax assessment.
Standard solar systems shut off during outages for safety reasons. If you want backup power during blackouts, you’ll need a battery system. With solar + battery storage, you can keep essential appliances running when the grid goes down.
Not always. Some incentives, like SGIP, are utility-specific, and rebate availability can vary between PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, and local providers. Your installer should verify which programs apply to your home and utility territory.
Some programs have expiration dates or limited funding, while others are ongoing but subject to policy changes. Battery rebates and utility programs often have funding caps, so acting sooner can help secure better incentives.
Your savings may change as utility rates increase. Solar helps protect you from future rate hikes by reducing how much power you need to buy from the grid.
Don’t miss out on time-sensitive solar rebates and incentives.
Take advantage of available rebates and incentives before they expire. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way to maximize your savings and simplify the process.