Solar electricity for your home from SRP EarthWise Solar Energy

Typical costs will vary depending upon the contractor and materials you select.
The incentive is for a customer-owned system
receiving $1.35 per watt. SRP prorates the
incentive payment for leased systems where the
lease term is less than 20 years. For example,a
system with a 10-year lease would only receive
50% of the possible available incentive for
that system's size.
The Arizona tax credit is 25% of the cost, capped at
$1,000 maximum credit per residence, regardless of
the number of energy devices installed.
The federal tax credit is 30% of system cost. Consult a tax professional for more information.
Savings are calculated based on an
annual solar energy production of
1,600 kWh per kW-DC at $0.09 per kWh,
and will vary based on the size of the
system installed, orientation
and energy consumption.

The SRP Residential Solar Electric Program is designed to encourage investment in solar technology by helping reduce the system's cost.

Reservation capacity (MW)
4.5
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Updated Feb. 7, 2012

SRP has set aside funding for a total of 4.5 megawatts (MW) of residential solar electric installations through April 30, 2012. The incentive level is offered at $1.35 per watt, up to 5 kilowatts (kW) for the first 2 MW of installations and adjusts to $1.20 per watt for another 1.5 MW of installations, ending at $1 per watt for the remaining 1 MW of installations.

Currently, SRP is offering an incentive level of $0.60 per watt, up to $3,000. Progress towards the goal is reflected in the reservation status bar on the right of the page.

Getting started

Step 1 - View this video

The video below reviews important things to consider when determining if a solar electric system makes sense for your home.


 

Step 2 - Review financing options

It is important to review the financial implications before deciding to install a solar electric system. The ultimate out-of-pocket cost will depend on whether you purchase the system outright, obtain a loan, or lease the system. Examine all of your options in order to choose the financing method that best fits with your lifestyle.

Here's an example to help you calculate the costs associated with the installation of a solar electric system if you were to purchase your system outright and receive SRP's incentives and applicable tax credits. Depending on your financing method, there may be other costs to take into account such as loan/lease payments and termination clauses.

Size Typical cost  SRP solar incentive Arizona tax credit  Federal tax credit  Net cost Annual savings  Simple payback
5 kW $27,000 $5,000 $1,000 $8,100 $12,900 $720 18 years

 

Step 3 - Review process checklist

The SRP Residential Solar Electric Process Checklist will walk you through the steps you will need to follow in order to qualify for an SRP incentive.

Please be sure to review the program requirements. The process typically takes three to four months from SRP's receipt of the completed application package until the incentive is issued, but can vary based on project specifics.

Step 4 - Select a contractor

Once you have determined that installing a solar electric makes sense, you will need to select a licensed solar electric dealer and installer. Get advice to help you make an educated choice.

Once selected, your contractor will help you complete and submit all necessary paperwork to SRP.


Frequently asked questions

Find answers to your questions about SRP's Residential Solar Electric Program.


Solar installations in your neighborhood

Learn more about the status of solar installations throughout Arizona at www.arizonagoessolar.org.

Contact us

If you have questions about the SRP EarthWise Residential Solar Electric Program, please contact a solar representative at (602) 236-4448.

SRP EarthWise Solar Energy is also available to business customers.

Information for contractors

Contractors can find more specific information about the process and associated requirements of SRP's Residential Solar Electric Program.