Free solar panels virginia

Can you get solar panels for free in Virginia?

But if you see ads for free solar from a “government program,” that’s almost always false advertising. In Virginia, there’s no government program to install solar panels without cost. Otherwise, getting solar at home in Virginia without any upfront cost means getting your solar system financed, either through a loan or a lease.

What is Virginia's solar for all program?

Virginia's Solar for All program intends to make pathways available for participation by renters and homeowners, including for buildings that may not be well-suited for on-site solar. Renters may qualify to subscribe to shared solar projects. How much can I save with Virginia Energy's Solar for All program?

Does Virginia have a community solar program?

Yes,\Dominion Energy and many electric cooperatives in Virginia offer community solar programs*. These programs are similar to, but structured and regulated differently from, “shared solar”.*

Will Virginia energy get $156 million for solar?

On April 22, 2024, Virginia Energy announced it has been selected to receive $156 million for the Solar for All program through EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The federal funding will result in more affordable energy through residential solar installations.

What is Virginia's solar energy plan?

As part of Governor Youngkin's all-American, all-of-the-above energy plan, solar energy is integrated alongside other energy sources like nuclear and natural gas to ensure a reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy future for Virginia.

How much does solar cost in Virginia?

But in the last five years, the cost of solar panels has dropped by 80%, making home solar much more affordable. Now, in Virginia, the average home can get solar installed for $20,000 or less. You’ll capture more value out of solar if you buy your system rather than leasing it.