Residential Incentives
Get Solar for 30% Less — No Tax Credit Needed
In recent legislation, Congress eliminated the 30% Federal Tax Credit for residential solar installation. As a result, Champion Solar responded with our own 30% off residential solar installation program without needing or using tax credits. We engineered a streamlined system to deliver 30% off — automatically upfront. Same savings at the federal residential tax credit. Zero extra paperwork. All power. No gimmicks, simply American ingenuity at its best.
Do you own a commercial property?
30% Federal Tax Credit Available for Commercial Property Owners in 2026
MN & WI Residential Solar Installation Incentives
- Net Metering: All Minnesota utilities must offer net metering for systems up to 40 kW. Excess energy is credited at the retail rate (the same price you pay), reducing future electricity bills or returned as a check to you.
- Sales Tax Exemption: Minnesota and Wisconsin exempts solar equipment from the 6.875% state sales tax, saving approximately $1,500 on a $22,000 system.
- Increased Property Value: The average home in MN & WI increases in value by over 6.9% compared to a similar home without solar and sells an average of over 13% faster.
- Property Tax Exemption: The added home value from solar installation is exempt from property tax assessments, ensuring increased home value without higher taxes.
Utility Programs & Local Rebates
MN Xcel customers can receive $0.03 per kWh of solar energy produced annually for 10 years, totaling over $3,000 for an average system. Income-qualified customers may receive up to $23,000. Many other local utilities offer rebates or incentives above and beyond net-metering. Contact us to see if what your utility offers!
In Wisconsin, Focus on Energy offers incentives of $300 for homeowners and up to $25,000 for businesses and up to $35,000 for agricultural producers.
Battery Energy Storage Rebates
MN Xcel Customers: $175 per kWh of storage capacity, up to $5,000; income-qualified customers may receive $370 per kWh.
MN Non-Xcel Customers: $250 per kWh, up to $7,000; income-qualified customers may receive $1,000 per kWh, up to $15,000.
Great Solar Financing Options
Two questions Champion Solar is often asked by homeowners interested in going solar is “how do I pay for it” and “what solar tax incentives, grants, and rebates can I get?” The good news is there are incredible solar financing options. Champion Solar will help you find the best options and navigate each step in the process. In the meantime, please explore the solar financing options below.
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