State & Utility Company Incentive

California Solar Initiative

Effective January 1, 2007, the California Solar Initiative established two state rebate programs;Expected Performance Based Buy down (EPBB) and Performance Based Incentive (PBI).

Expected Performance Based Buy down (EPBB)

Owners of solar systems less than 50 kilowatt (kW*) may apply for an up-front cash rebate known as the Expected Performance Based Buydown (EPBB). Program Administrators calculate a customer's rebate using the expected performance of the owner's system based on equipment ratings and installation factors such as geographic location, tilt, orientation and shading. Customers receive their incentive payment in a lump sum after their system in fully installed and interconnected.

Click here to go to the CSI EPBB/PBI Calculator

Performance Based Incentive (PBI)

Customers with solar systems between 50 kW* and 1 MW must* apply for the Performance Based Incentive (PBI) structure. PBI incentives are a five-year stream of fixed monthly payments determined by the actual output of the system, as metered and reported to the utility. After January 1, 2010, all systems greater than 30 kW must choose the Performance Based Incentive structure. The PBI incentive path is available at any time to ANY size system.
Information on currently applicable step in your region is available at the California Solar Initiative Trigger Tracker.

Rebates and incentives can sometimes be confusing to identify and understand. Filing the appropriate documents to receive rebates can also be complex. Don't worry, MSL Solary will identify all of the qualifying programs for your system and file the required paperwork for you. We will even credit you for the state rebate upfront so that you do not have to wait for the government to send you a check later. To find out exactly how much you can save through solar incentive programs, call us at (888) 780-6789 or to Schedule a Free Solar Consultation.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this solar incentive program you must be purchasing power from one of the following utility companies: Pacific Gas and Electric; San Diego Gas & Electric; Southern California Edison or Bear Valley Electric.

California Property Tax Exemption for Solar Systems

Active solar energy systems (including photovoltaic systems) are not subject to property taxes, even though they immediately add value to your home!

Additional Information on Solar Incentive Programs

For a complete and up-to-date list of state and local programs. Find out more about programs in your area by visiting the Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE).

To find out exactly how much your business can save through solar incentive programs, call MSL Solar to schedule a Free Solar Consultation.