Going Solar In Ontario

Rebates, Sunshine, Net Metering, Financing

 
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Ontario is a leader in innovation, has some of the best wineries and a backyard of over 100 provincial and nation parks to explore.

You can make it even better by helping develop a more sustainable energy future through Solar

 
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Solar Rebates

Unfortunately there are no current incentives for Solar offered on a provincial level.

 
 
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On average Ontario solar systems would produce 1,170 kWh/year

1,163 kWh/year - Toronto, Ontario

1,200 kWh/year - Ottawa, Ontario

1,151 kWh/year - London, Ontario

1,173 kWh/year - Sudbury, Ontario

Sourced from: Photovoltaic and Solar Resource Maps

 
 
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Sunshine is a beautiful thing all year long - even in the winter!

Average # of days with any measurable amount of sunshine per year:

305 days - Toronto, Ontario

304 days - Ottawa, Ontario

286 days - London, Ontario

293 days - Sudbury, Ontario

Sourced from: Weather averages for Canada

 
 
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Ontario is made up of many local utility companies (LDC’s)

Avg. Energy Charge: $0.125/kWh

Ontario has a 1:1 Net metering program which allows you to get equal credits for the electricity at times of excess production. But these credits expire yearly so you do need to make sure your solar system is sized correctly for your expected needs.

For up to date rates please visit your local distributors website.

 
 
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Multiple Options for Financing Exist

Home Energy Loan program (HELP) will allow you to get up to $75,000 with low fixed interest rates and terms up to 20 years.

Some banks also offer green energy specific financing:

RBC Energy Saver Loan

TD Canada Trust