Federal Solar ITC + Colorado Energy Office Solar Rebate

About This Program

Denver homeowners can claim the 30% federal Solar ITC and participate in Xcel Energy's Solar*Rewards program, which pays $0.02–$0.05 per kWh for excess generation over 10 years. Colorado also has a Sales & Use Tax Exemption for solar equipment. Denver's own Climate Action Rebate program has offered additional incentives. Average Denver system: $15,000–$22,000 before incentives.

30% federal ITC + Xcel Solar*Rewards payments over 10 years + CO sales tax exemption

Key Details

• 30% federal ITC on full solar installation cost
• Xcel Solar*Rewards: per-kWh payment over 10 years for excess generation
• Colorado sales and use tax exemption for solar equipment
• Denver Climate Action Rebate may offer additional local incentives
• Contact Xcel Energy: 800-895-4999 for Solar*Rewards enrollment

How to Apply

Deadline: Federal ITC at 30% through 2032; Xcel Solar*Rewards subject to annual enrollment caps