Switch to Solar Power in Virginia with Sunlight Renewable
Thinking about going solar? Sunlight Renewable makes it simple. Learn everything about solar installation in Virginia, from the step-by-step process and system pricing to Virginia solar incentives, federal tax credits, and long-term savings on your energy bills. Start your journey toward clean, affordable energy today.
Why Go Solar in Virginia?
Virginia homeowners have an incredible chance to take control of their energy future. With the state’s commitment to achieving 100% clean, carbon-free energy by 2050, solar incentives are better than ever. From generous federal tax credits to programs that let you sell excess solar energy back to the grid, going solar with Sunlight Renewable means long-term savings and a sustainable way to power your home.
Federal Solar Tax Credit
The Investment Tax Credit (ITC), also known as the Residential Clean Energy Credit, is one of the most valuable incentives for going solar. It allows homeowners and businesses to claim 30% of their total solar installation cost as a federal tax credit. You can apply the credit in the tax year following installation, and if you can’t use the full amount right away, the remaining balance can roll over to future tax years until fully credited.
Virginia Net Metering
Virginia’s net metering program lets homeowners with solar systems up to 25 kW earn credits for excess power sent to the grid. Unused credits roll over to future bills, helping reduce monthly costs. Dominion Energy runs the state’s largest program, and applications can be made directly through its website.
Residential Property Tax Exemption for Solar
Installing solar panels can boost your home’s value—just like any major home improvement. However, Virginia offers a property tax exemption to ensure this added value doesn’t increase your property taxes. For example, if you add a $20,000 solar system to a $350,000 home, your property is still taxed at $350,000 instead of its new $370,000 value. With a property tax rate of 0.75%, this exemption saves you from paying the extra $150 you would owe without the solar tax break.
Virginia Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC)
Virginia rewards solar owners through Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs). For every 1,000 kilowatt-hours your system generates, you earn 1 SREC. These credits can be sold to utility companies and businesses seeking to meet renewable energy or emission reduction requirements. Through Sunlight Renewable, homeowners can benefit from SREC earnings in addition to utility bill savings and net metering, helping recover solar installation costs more quickly.
Virginia SAVES Green Community Program
The Virginia Clean Economy Act created a renewable portfolio standard (RPS) requiring utilities to meet specific clean energy goals. To comply, utilities can purchase Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) from small-scale solar producers. Each SREC represents 1,000 kWh of solar energy, so buying 100 SRECs equals 100,000 kWh of clean power. Starting in 2024, all eligible SRECs must come from Virginia-based solar generators.
Virginia Clean Economy Act
Virginia’s C-PACE program helps businesses finance solar, energy efficiency, and water upgrades at low interest rates through property tax assessments. Supported by Virginia Energy, it advances the state’s goal of expanding affordable, sustainable energy solutions.
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