Providence County · Rhode Island
Solar Companies in
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
10–14 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. Rhode Island Energy serves Providence and offers net metering for residential solar customers.
Rhode Island's Renewable Energy Fund (REF) provides rebates for residential solar installations, and state and local incentives (note: the 30% federal ITC expired December 31, 2025) 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 Rhode Island Energy's interconnection process.
Why go solar in Providence?
- 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 Providence 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 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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