SolarHomes

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Cut energy costs and reduce carbon emissions with the SolarHomes Program, Solar for Non-Profit Pilot and Home Battery Pilot.

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About the Program

For homeowners

The SolarHomes program offers up to $3,000 in rebates for approved solar photovoltaic (PV) systems up to 10 kW.

For non-profits

The Solar for Non-Profits Pilot offers up to $15,000 in rebates to eligible organizations for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems up to 25kW.

Benefits

Save an average of $2,000 annually

Solar power offers greater control over your energy future, cuts carbon emissions and enhances air quality. It can also reduce your energy bills by an average of $2,000 per year.

How to Apply

Reach out to us if you have questions about eligibility or how to apply.

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Read the SolarHomes, Non-Profit Solar Pilot and Home Battery Pilot Terms & Conditions and the Nova Scotia Go Solar Guide
Check that your home insurance policy covers your proposed solar photovoltaic (PV) system
Gather quotes from registered solar installers near you

Complete the application

Complete the SolarHomes, Non-Profit Pilot and Home Battery Pilot project application with your contractor and have them submit it and documentation to the SolarHomes portal
Wait to get rebate approval before starting the installation

Do the installation and final review

Complete the installation within 12 months of approval and submit final documentation after the final electrical inspection.

Eligibility Criteria

Program eligibility:

Participants must:

Get approval before starting work
Submit the final application within 12 months of approval
Agree to site visits from Efficiency Nova Scotia

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system eligibility:

Systems must be:
Designed and installed by an Efficiency Nova Scotia Registered Solar Installer
A minimum size of 1 kW
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Documentation list:

Required documents include:

Signed project application
System quote / Solar proposal, including:
1. Number of modules, module capacity (W), system capacity (kW)
2. Number of inverters, inverter capacity
3. Azimuth, slope, and shading factor for all subarrays
4. Total installed cost ($)
Recent power bill
Site plan
Electrical single line drawing

Rebate Guides & Resources

FAQs

Can someone re-enroll in the SolarHomes program with a different property?

No. Program participants are only eligible to participate once and cannot receive a rebate for more than one property.

Can I install my own solar system?

No. Systems must be designed and installed by an Efficiency Nova Scotia Registered Solar Installer. Participants are not permitted to install the system themselves.

I'm installing solar in a rental property I own. Do I still qualify?

No. Program participants must install the system in their primary residence or primary seasonal property. Rentals aren't eligible.

Can I add on to an existing system?

Yes, but expansions to existing systems are permitted only if they meet the minimum size requirement of 1 kW.

I already installed a solar system. Is it too late to apply?

Yes. To be eligible for the SolarHomes rebate, approval is required from Efficiency Nova Scotia prior to starting the installation. The final rebate application must be submitted within 12 months of the approval date.