CT Solar Incentives and Tax Credits
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Connecticut has secured a place among the top 10 leading states for its favorable CT solar incentives and policies.
However, the state’s worn-out and fragile power grid is struggling to meet the growing electricity demand. To address this,
Governor Ned Lamont has signed an executive order aiming for a complete transition to carbon-free power by 2040.
State-backed solar programs in Connecticut give residents more predictable energy costs and support a cleaner environment.
Connecticut residents can take advantage of state-backed solar programs that reduce upfront costs and reward clean energy production. Installing solar helps lower utility bills and makes your home more sustainable by switching to clean energy with Infinity Energy.
Renewable Energy Credits
RECs
RRES – Residential Renewable Energy Solutions
Connecticut’s solar incentive program is the RRES (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions) program, administered through Eversource and United Illuminating. RRES replaced the legacy net metering and REC programs in January 2022. Homeowners choose between two options:
Netting Tariff (recommended for most homeowners) – Receive full retail credit on your electric bill for every kWh your panels send to the grid. Excess credits roll over indefinitely, with no annual reset. This locks in retail-rate value for 20 years once you enroll.
Buy-All Tariff – Sell 100% of your solar production to the utility at a fixed rate. Better for some larger systems or households with low daytime usage.
Most Infinity Energy customers choose the Netting Tariff for maximum savings.
Net Metering
Connecticut’s net metering benefits now operate through the RRES Netting Tariff (above). The full retail credit and indefinite rollover give you the same benefit as traditional net metering — with the added security of a 20-year locked-in rate.
Property and Sales Tax Exemption
Connecticut exempts residential solar installations from the state’s 6.35% sales tax under CGS §12-412(117). On a typical residential installation, this saves homeowners $1,500–$2,500 right at installation — money you keep without any paperwork or applications. The exemption is automatic at point of sale.
Connecticut also offers a Property Tax Exemption for solar panel systems, so the value your panels add to your home is not taxed.
Choose A Plan That Works For You
Whether you choose to lease or purchase your solar system, our team will work hard
to ensure that you have the best looking solar panels and a energy system that
helps you save money for decades to come.
Monthly Lease
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Only pay for the power you produce.
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No Down Payment
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Owned by Lessor
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Tax Incentives
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Fixed Monthly Payment
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25 Years to Pay Off
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25 Year Warranty
Finance to Own
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Own Your System With No Upfront Costs and Flexible Loan Options.
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No Down Payment
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Owned by You
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Tax Incentives
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Fixed Monthly Payment
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Loan Duration 10, 15, 20, 25 Years
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Warranty: 25 Years
Purchase
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No Monthly Payments Its Your System. You Own It.
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Payment Due at Installation
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Owned by You
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No Monthly Payment
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25 Year Warranty
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Frequently Asked Questions
Connecticut offers several programs that make solar more affordable. These include Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) paid through your utility provider, net metering that credits you for excess energy sent to the grid, and exemptions from both sales tax and property tax on your solar installation.
In Connecticut, RECs are paid out through your local utility provider. For example, Eversource offers a REC program worth $0.0318 per kWh generated by your solar system. These credits help offset the cost of your solar lease or purchase over the life of the system.
Net metering gives you full credit for any excess electricity your solar panels send to the grid. You’re only billed for the net difference between what you consume and what your system generates. Depending on your usage and system size, this can reduce your electric bill to zero or even result in a credit on your account.
No. Connecticut’s property tax exemption for solar energy systems means the added value your panels bring to your home is not subject to additional property taxes. You get the benefit of increased home value without the tax burden.
No. Solar energy systems are exempt from Connecticut sales tax. This exemption applies to the full cost of your residential solar installation, saving you money upfront.
Your total savings depend on your system size, energy usage, and available incentives. Between REC payments, net metering credits, and tax exemptions, many Connecticut homeowners pay less for solar than they were paying for electricity — especially with $0-down financing options from Infinity Energy.
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