Summary of Oklahoma solar incentives 2020
Oklahoma has some work to do to start paving a path to a cleaner energy future. With no renewable portfolio standard (RPS) in sight, there is no motivation for utility companies to comply with clean energy laws, and no offers from them to help you install solar panels on your roof. We urge anyone who cares about being part of a cleaner energy future to demand more from your state representatives.
On this page, we cover all of the solar and battery incentives, rebates and tax credits available for your Oklahoma home. We also encourage you to use the Oklahoma solar calculator above. It allows you to drill down and show only your roof and computes a savings estimate customized to how much sun you get where you live.
On this page, you can:
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Learn what solar incentives are available to Oklahoma homeowners
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See what Oklahoma solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
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Find out how much these incentives and/or Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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% in 2021. Unless new legislation is introduced in Washington D.C., this program will be gone in 2022.
Net energy metering in Oklahoma
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 to make sure you get credit for the surplus.
Oklahoma requires investor-owned utilities and electric cooperatives to offer net metering to all customers. All systems up to 100kW are eligible.
While that sounds like pretty solid language, overall Oklahoma’s net metering is not strong, because the utility companies are not actually required to purchase your excess electricity generation. Customers can request that their utility purchase excess generation, but the decision ultimately rests with the company, not the customer.
Oklahoma solar rebates
While Oklahoma does not have a dedicated state rebate for solar panel installation, some manufacturers like LG offer their own solar rebates. These programs are usually time sensitive. For example, LG offers a $600 solar rebate on their equipment, which your installer can help you redeem over the next year.
Cost of solar panels in your part of Oklahoma after all applicable solar incentives
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Prices based on a 11.7kW system, after 26% federal tax credit
Solar prices near you
Payback period
10.3-12.6 years
Net profit (savings less system cost)
$39,693-$48,513
Average size system installed in OK in 2020
11.7kW
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Best 10 solar companies in Oklahoma
8 solar companies in Oklahoma provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.57 21 Reviews
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Francisco Perez, 2 weeks ago
Scott and the technical support team was there for us from the beginning to the end of the installation minimizing issues. Keep up the great support even through this difficult COVID pandemic. Thanks again for everything.
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Francisco Perez, 2 weeks ago
Scott and the technical support team was there for us from the beginning to the end of the installation minimizing issues. Keep up the great support even through this difficult COVID pandemic. Thanks again for everything.
4.53 129 Reviews
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Les Peterson, 2 weeks ago
Sunpro Solar was my choice because of their warrantees of the panels, inverters, and installation. They also price matched the competition which had a much less warrantee. They took care of all the details with installation, inspections and start up with Public Service Company of New Mexico.
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Les Peterson, 2 weeks ago
Sunpro Solar was my choice because of their warrantees of the panels, inverters, and installation. They also price matched the competition which had a much less warrantee. They took care of all the details with installation, inspections and start up with Public Service Company of New Mexico.
4.25 5 Reviews
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We moved here in May of 2015. We bought a nice property that needed updating. So we did a full upgrade of the entire property. The main house is roughly 3,000 sq ft. and the guest house is 1000 sq ft. Our first energy bill was over 600 dollars. We decided to do some research on alternate energy sources. We contacted numerous Solar companies, and chose Delta Energy. From our first conversation we knew this was the company for us. The most professional people I have dealt with in a long time. They installed my system in only three days;was supposed to have taken six days. Now my energy bills are around 250.00 every month, and it is steadily going down. They come highly recommended from us. We are very satisfied...
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Anonymous, over 1 month
We moved here in May of 2015. We bought a nice property that needed updating. So we did a full upgrade of the entire property. The main house is roughly 3,000 sq ft. and the guest house is 1000 sq ft. Our first energy bill was over 600 dollars. We decided to do some research on alternate energy sources. We contacted numerous Solar companies, and chose Delta Energy. From our first conversation we knew this was the company for us. The most professional people I have dealt with in a long time. They installed my system in only three days;was supposed to have taken six days. Now my energy bills are around 250.00 every month, and it is steadily going down. They come highly recommended from us. We are very satisfied...
4.09 8 Reviews
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Robert Borg, over 1 month
I have put a lot of research into Solar Panel installation. I can tell you that the team at Solar Power of Oklahoma were very knowledgeable and understanding to what we were looking for. They suggested the Hybrid system which suits our needs well. They installed it with precise and updated me every step of the way. They explained the payment option very well and use quality equipment with expert installers. We’re happy we used SPO and would never trust anyone else when it comes to Solar installation. Sincerely, Robert Borg
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Robert Borg, over 1 month
I have put a lot of research into Solar Panel installation. I can tell you that the team at Solar Power of Oklahoma were very knowledgeable and understanding to what we were looking for. They suggested the Hybrid system which suits our needs well. They installed it with precise and updated me every step of the way. They explained the payment option very well and use quality equipment with expert installers. We’re happy we used SPO and would never trust anyone else when it comes to Solar installation. Sincerely, Robert Borg
4.06 5 Reviews
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Robert Wayne, over 1 month
I'm very pleased with my new solar panels and installation job done by Harvest Solar. John and his team were professional, friendly and extremely price-competitive compared to other companies I reached out to. Would recommend 10/10!
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Robert Wayne, over 1 month
I'm very pleased with my new solar panels and installation job done by Harvest Solar. John and his team were professional, friendly and extremely price-competitive compared to other companies I reached out to. Would recommend 10/10!
3.93 2 Reviews
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Kudos to everyone at Francis for the attention to detail and professionalism you brought to our job. Thanks to you, we are one step closer to reaching our dream of being clean and green. And enjoyed meeting everyone from sales to installation to management. Francis is not only an exceptional installer, but also a great community partner and corporate citizen.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Kudos to everyone at Francis for the attention to detail and professionalism you brought to our job. Thanks to you, we are one step closer to reaching our dream of being clean and green. And enjoyed meeting everyone from sales to installation to management. Francis is not only an exceptional installer, but also a great community partner and corporate citizen.
3.75 1 Reviews
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Solal at RAY was very knowledgable and helpful throughout the install process. His prices were very competitive, and the estimate was clear and easy to read. <br />They were very professional, and answered all of our questions. We are happy with our new solar pv system, and highly recommend their services!
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Solal at RAY was very knowledgable and helpful throughout the install process. His prices were very competitive, and the estimate was clear and easy to read. <br />They were very professional, and answered all of our questions. We are happy with our new solar pv system, and highly recommend their services!
3.45 5 Reviews
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PeeVee76013, over 1 month
Roderick Ford is a scammer. He has stolen the name of a reputable Solar company and is doing business as them in the Texas/Oklahoma area. He billed us for a system that is not actually what he had installed. There is no support from Solergy or Enphase. You have no clue of the manufacturer of the panels or inverters that were installed which means no warranty at all. Steer very clear of this company as lawsuits are headed their way at an extremely high rate of speed. The city and state are after him as well for fraud and a long list of other items of not pulling permits, etc along with violations of the state's laws requiring licenses for solar-energy system installation.
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PeeVee76013, over 1 month
Roderick Ford is a scammer. He has stolen the name of a reputable Solar company and is doing business as them in the Texas/Oklahoma area. He billed us for a system that is not actually what he had installed. There is no support from Solergy or Enphase. You have no clue of the manufacturer of the panels or inverters that were installed which means no warranty at all. Steer very clear of this company as lawsuits are headed their way at an extremely high rate of speed. The city and state are after him as well for fraud and a long list of other items of not pulling permits, etc along with violations of the state's laws requiring licenses for solar-energy system installation.
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