Save up to $150,000 on Eligible Solar Panels & Battery Storage Systems
Starting July 23, 2024, Indigenous customers living on-reserve, as well as Indigenous governing bodies in our grid-connected service areas, can apply for rebates of up to $75,000 on grid-connected solar panel installations and an additional $75,000 for battery storage systems.
This offer is available for qualifying projects until funding is exhausted.
By investing in solar panels and/or battery storage, you'll reduce your electricity costs and gain greater control over your energy usage. Participating in our self-generation program will also provide you with a reliable backup power source for your home, business, or community buildings.
Vancouver Solar & Electrical Ltd. is a qualified contractor that can help you navigate the application process, design, and install your solar and/or battery system, ensuring that you get the maximum rebate available.
Solar Panel Rebates
Reduce your reliance on the grid and take control of your energy costs by generating your own electricity with solar panels. Solar is a long-term solution to lowering your electricity bills while enhancing your energy independence.
Product: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) PanelsRebate Available: Up to $75,000
$3,000 per kilowatt (kW) of installed generator capacity
Rebate capped at 75% of total installed product cost (including labour and materials)
Maximum rebate: $75,000
Battery Storage Rebates
Enhance the resilience of your home or business by storing excess renewable energy for use during cloudy days, overnight, or during power outages. By switching from a backup fossil fuel-powered generator to a renewable-powered battery, you can also reduce your environmental impact.
Product: Battery Energy Storage Systems
Minimum Storage Size: 5 kilowatt-hours (kWh)
Rebate Available: Up to $75,000
$1,500 per kWh of installed storage capacity
Rebate capped at 75% of total installed product cost (including labour and materials)
Maximum rebate: $75,000
Tesla Powerwall 3: The Tesla Powerwall 3 is a high-performance, scalable battery storage system that is designed to store excess energy generated by your solar panels. This system can power essential services overnight, during cloudy days, or in case of a power outage. It also integrates seamlessly with solar systems and provides long-term reliability and efficiency for both homes and businesses.
Key Benefits of Tesla Powerwall 3:
13.5 kWh storage capacity, enough to power an average home overnight
Integrated with solar power to provide reliable, clean energy even during outages
Smart energy management with Tesla’s mobile app, allowing remote monitoring and control
Sustainable: Replaces the need for fossil fuel-powered generators with renewable energy storage
How to Apply
Review the guides for solar panels, battery storage systems for both residential and business customers, and the process for connecting your system through our self-generation program.
Before purchasing or installing, ensure eligibility by reviewing the criteria and terms and conditions below.
Find a qualified contractor to design and install your solar and/or battery system.
Work with your contractor to follow the steps to apply for the self-generation program and the rebates.
Self-generation (previously Net Metering) Customers: If you applied between May 1, 2024, and July 22, 2024, contact us at solarrebates@bchydro.com for a link to the rebate application form.
Eligibility
To qualify for rebates, your system must be reviewed and approved to connect to the grid through the self-generation program. If you submitted a self-generation application on or after May 1, 2024, you’re eligible for solar panel rebates if your system is installed after June 27, 2024. Battery storage systems are only eligible if installed after July 23, 2024.
Review full eligibility criteria for your property, installation, and products below.
Additional Resources
Have Questions?
If you need assistance with your application, eligibility, or have any questions about the rebates, contact our team at 1-800-224-9376.
Finding a Qualified Contractor
You can find Vancouver Solar & Electrical Ltd. as your qualified contractor. We are here to:
Design and install your renewable energy system safely and efficiently
Optimize your system size based on your energy usage profile
Secure all necessary permits and ensure compliance with local requirements
Assist with the rebate application process
Provide you with estimated monthly savings and help calculate the return on investment for your project
Find us through the Canadian Renewable Energy Association or the BC Sustainable Energy Directory.
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