Providence County · Rhode Island
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Pawtucket, RI
Pawtucket homeowners cut high RI electricity bills with solar and strong net metering.
199 days
Sunny Days/Year
$1,450/yr
Avg. Annual Savings
10–14 years
Payback Period
$15,500
Avg. System Cost
About Solar in Pawtucket
Why Pawtucket Homeowners Are Going Solar
Pawtucket is a strong solar market in Providence County, Rhode Island, located just north of Providence. Rhode Island Energy serves Pawtucket and offers net metering for residential solar customers. Rhode Island's high electricity rates and REF rebate program make solar an excellent investment.
Pawtucket's residential neighborhoods and high electricity costs make solar particularly attractive. Full property and sales tax exemptions add further value. Note: the 30% federal ITC expired December 31, 2025.
SunLynk connects Pawtucket homeowners with pre-vetted local solar installers who understand Providence County's permitting requirements and Rhode Island Energy's interconnection process.
Why go solar in Pawtucket?
- RI electricity rates over $0.24/kWh
- REF rebate up to $0.85/watt
- Rhode Island Energy net metering
- Full property and sales tax exemptions
- Average payback of 7–10 years
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Available Incentives
Solar Incentives for Pawtucket Homeowners
Federal Solar Tax Credit -- Expired
Tax CreditThe 30% federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025. Homeowners purchasing in 2026 no longer qualify. Solar leases and PPAs are the exception -- the installer can claim commercial credits and pass savings through in the monthly rate.
RI Renewable Energy Fund Rebate
RebateRhode Island's REF provides rebates up to $0.85/watt for residential solar installations.
Rhode Island Energy Net Metering
Net MeteringRhode Island Energy offers net metering for Pawtucket 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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