Summary of Georgia solar incentives 2022
In late 2019, two pro-solar candidates for the Georgia Public Service Commission were defeated by establishment candidates. While that certainly was a setback for more progressive home solar policy here in Georgia, there's still a compelling case to install solar on your home. The returns are solid considering the level of sunshine blanketing the state over the year.
In 2021 and beyond, we'd like to see a much stronger push and debate in the Georgia state capitol for an updated renewable portfolio standard (RPS). That would compel utilities here to derive much more power from clean sources, like the solar panels on your rooftop. Usually, when strong RPS standards are in place, better solar power incentives follow.
There is still hope, depending on where you live and how much your power company is willing to pay for the clean electricity from your panels. Read on to find out all about the ins and outs of policy, incentives, and investment returns for home solar power in Georgia
On this page, you can:
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Learn what solar incentives are available to Georgia homeowners
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See what Georgia solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
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Find out how much these incentives and/or Georgia solar tax credits will reduce your cost to go solar and add batteries
Federal solar investment tax credit
The federal solar investment tax credit will have the biggest impact on the cost you will face to go solar in Georgia
This perk is commonly known as the ITC, short for “Investment Tax Credit”. If you install your photovoltaic system in 2020, the federal tax credit is 26% of the cost of your solar panel system. This is 26% off the entire cost of the system including equipment, labor and permitting.
Example: If your solar energy system costs $20,000, your federal solar tax credit would be $20,000 x 26% = $5,200.
The federal tax credit falls to 22% at the end of 2022.
Net energy metering in Georgia
With net metering in some states, you get full retail rate credit for the amount of electricity you send back into the grid with your solar panels.
Net Metering requires your utility to monitor how much energy your solar power system produces and how much energy you actually consume, and make sure you get credit for the surplus.
A decision filed by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) in Georgia Power's 2019 rate case requires Georgia Power to offer net metering with monthly netting to 5,000 rooftop solar customers or 32 MW of capacity, whichever comes first. Unfortunately that’s a pretty low target for net-metering capacity considering the size and population of the state.
This program is available under Georgia Power's Renewable & Nonrenewable Tariff (RNR). The utility maintains a web page with the most recent numbers of people and MW signed up under the RNR program.
Georgia solar rebates
Sadly, for the many Georgia residents who use Georgia Power, there isn’t a solar rebate available. However, if you live in areas served by the following utilities, you could potentially claim a small solar rebate.
Cost of solar panels in your part of Georgia after all applicable solar incentives
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Payback period
9.6-11.7 years
Net profit (savings less system cost)
$38,834-$47,464
Average size system installed in GA in 2022
12.1kW
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Best 10 solar companies in Georgia
31 solar companies in Georgia provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.78 163 Reviews
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Celine V, 3 weeks ago
I definitely recommend Reny Energy Solutions to anyone interested in solar energy. They offer excellent customer service throughout the project. They answered all my questions and took care of all the details. I did not have to worry about anything!
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Celine V, 3 weeks ago
I definitely recommend Reny Energy Solutions to anyone interested in solar energy. They offer excellent customer service throughout the project. They answered all my questions and took care of all the details. I did not have to worry about anything!
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Brady Hickman, 3 days ago
I initiated the initial consult with no expectations of being able to actually get solar installed. After talking with the representative and learning of other resources for funding, he got me pre-authorized for some grants on the spot! Blue Raven spearheaded nearly all the background paperwork, including the application to my HOA ARC committee for review. They handled the local permit process and even talked with our roof replacement company to ensure both parties knew the end result was the installation of solar panels upon roof completion. We had some hurdles with our HOA, and Blue Raven provided additional information and worked with me to resolve them. We are very excited to finally have solar on our home now. The final cost (we received a low interest loan for paying for the panels) is about 1/2 what we had been paying for electricity. Final cost: Solar panels installed, and our actual monthly bills were reduced by about $60.
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Brady Hickman, 3 days ago
I initiated the initial consult with no expectations of being able to actually get solar installed. After talking with the representative and learning of other resources for funding, he got me pre-authorized for some grants on the spot! Blue Raven spearheaded nearly all the background paperwork, including the application to my HOA ARC committee for review. They handled the local permit process and even talked with our roof replacement company to ensure both parties knew the end result was the installation of solar panels upon roof completion. We had some hurdles with our HOA, and Blue Raven provided additional information and worked with me to resolve them. We are very excited to finally have solar on our home now. The final cost (we received a low interest loan for paying for the panels) is about 1/2 what we had been paying for electricity. Final cost: Solar panels installed, and our actual monthly bills were reduced by about $60.
4.58 13 Reviews
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kicking it solar style, over 1 month
I started researching for a solar system for my house back in the spring after hearing that the federal incentive was about to expire in a year or 2. I've always been interested in residential solar power since it came out years ago but like alot of technology, the systems were so expensive back then. The fact that the panels have became better, more efficient & cheaper plus the fact of the federal incentive expiring finally made it affordable. After watching hundreds of vids on YouTube, & being 65 with health issues, I decided on getting some quotes from local installers as opposed to a DIY system like a many of the vids I had watched. Well long story short, I chose Mann Solar & I'm so glad I did. Nathan Mann was very easy to talk to about this business. He'd been doing it for several years & he answered all my questions without hesitation. He came up with a great solar package that best suited my house & my needs for a great price. I would highly recommend him & his company to anyone interested in solar power for their home or business.
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kicking it solar style, over 1 month
I started researching for a solar system for my house back in the spring after hearing that the federal incentive was about to expire in a year or 2. I've always been interested in residential solar power since it came out years ago but like alot of technology, the systems were so expensive back then. The fact that the panels have became better, more efficient & cheaper plus the fact of the federal incentive expiring finally made it affordable. After watching hundreds of vids on YouTube, & being 65 with health issues, I decided on getting some quotes from local installers as opposed to a DIY system like a many of the vids I had watched. Well long story short, I chose Mann Solar & I'm so glad I did. Nathan Mann was very easy to talk to about this business. He'd been doing it for several years & he answered all my questions without hesitation. He came up with a great solar package that best suited my house & my needs for a great price. I would highly recommend him & his company to anyone interested in solar power for their home or business.
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Hassettsolar, over 1 month
earth Right team is knowledgeable and a good set of people. They were honest. My install process went rather smooth from a solar perspective. I had a few energy upgrades performed to enhance the benefit of solar which I have been pleased with as well and seem to have helped lower overall energy use ( the attic foil). There were about 2 months between attic foil install and solar, so I was able to tell a general better moderation of house temperature and comfort. I also had a pool pump upgrade but due to COVID the agreed upon pump was out of stock which I am displease with, but Corey has assured the agreed pump will be sent/ installed once it is available. Supply has been an issue with many industries, if thisThe Electric company did install wrong meter but my net metering agreement is still fine and as expected. Corey and his team do a great job. He even has a roofing company which provided a comparable and fair roof estimate which went down without any issues. Once the pool pump issue is corrected, this will be a 6 star experience for sure.
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Hassettsolar, over 1 month
earth Right team is knowledgeable and a good set of people. They were honest. My install process went rather smooth from a solar perspective. I had a few energy upgrades performed to enhance the benefit of solar which I have been pleased with as well and seem to have helped lower overall energy use ( the attic foil). There were about 2 months between attic foil install and solar, so I was able to tell a general better moderation of house temperature and comfort. I also had a pool pump upgrade but due to COVID the agreed upon pump was out of stock which I am displease with, but Corey has assured the agreed pump will be sent/ installed once it is available. Supply has been an issue with many industries, if thisThe Electric company did install wrong meter but my net metering agreement is still fine and as expected. Corey and his team do a great job. He even has a roofing company which provided a comparable and fair roof estimate which went down without any issues. Once the pool pump issue is corrected, this will be a 6 star experience for sure.
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Jason V, 1 week ago
Was a little worried upfront. Was hoping to have it done prior to end of year but I understand things are a little crazy right now but David Adams did a great job following up and keeping me informed of the process. Can’t really complain about anything as the panels are up. Areas were kept clean. Crew was thorough and process went pretty quick once started. Price wasn’t to bad either considering the size of my system.
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Jason V, 1 week ago
Was a little worried upfront. Was hoping to have it done prior to end of year but I understand things are a little crazy right now but David Adams did a great job following up and keeping me informed of the process. Can’t really complain about anything as the panels are up. Areas were kept clean. Crew was thorough and process went pretty quick once started. Price wasn’t to bad either considering the size of my system.
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Shelly Aubuchon - TECO, over 1 month
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6.6 ME ground mount, over 1 month
Chris was our main contact and expert! We met with 3 other companies and quoted, by far, Southern View had the most expertise, answered many/all questions, and gave us the price for the whole system, ground mount, optimizers, Inverter 6.6 KW and went over our landscape plan and gave us a very competitive price! System is almost 4 years old and has had only one small problem. An optimized failed, was very quickly replaced and all is well, under my warranty. No charge! I get the panels washed twice a year, and they due an outstanding job at cleaning and checking over the system each time! I cannot recommend them any higher! Delivered on time, professionally installed, the crew was very attentive to wires, conduit, and wire chases and even the Ga Power inspector was impressed! I live near Atlanta, if any potential client would like to visit my site, tell Chris and we would be happy to show you around. Most importantly, everything they promised came out exactly like planned and I am a very anal person when it comes to big house projects!! With Federal tax deductions, power generated and sold, and reduction in over all power bill, I Should be breaking even in early 2020!!
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6.6 ME ground mount, over 1 month
Chris was our main contact and expert! We met with 3 other companies and quoted, by far, Southern View had the most expertise, answered many/all questions, and gave us the price for the whole system, ground mount, optimizers, Inverter 6.6 KW and went over our landscape plan and gave us a very competitive price! System is almost 4 years old and has had only one small problem. An optimized failed, was very quickly replaced and all is well, under my warranty. No charge! I get the panels washed twice a year, and they due an outstanding job at cleaning and checking over the system each time! I cannot recommend them any higher! Delivered on time, professionally installed, the crew was very attentive to wires, conduit, and wire chases and even the Ga Power inspector was impressed! I live near Atlanta, if any potential client would like to visit my site, tell Chris and we would be happy to show you around. Most importantly, everything they promised came out exactly like planned and I am a very anal person when it comes to big house projects!! With Federal tax deductions, power generated and sold, and reduction in over all power bill, I Should be breaking even in early 2020!!
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We definitely had some hiccups along the way, but overall we are very happy with our PV system. Adam Hoyt is a thorough planner, and a good advocate. Most of our issues had to do with work performed by a subcontractor, not AES itself. I believe that AES will learn from this experience and improve as a company.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We definitely had some hiccups along the way, but overall we are very happy with our PV system. Adam Hoyt is a thorough planner, and a good advocate. Most of our issues had to do with work performed by a subcontractor, not AES itself. I believe that AES will learn from this experience and improve as a company.
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Tom Wells, over 1 month
Great work by SOENSO<br />
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We worked with Seth Gunning on our contract and he has been very helpful, knowledgeable, and attentive. He followed up with us and has met with us to explain all the components, helping us to make the right decision for our budget.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We worked with Seth Gunning on our contract and he has been very helpful, knowledgeable, and attentive. He followed up with us and has met with us to explain all the components, helping us to make the right decision for our budget.
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