Residential Solar Power

Make your own electricity with a residential solar panel system.

The sun shines every day, so why not use it as a source of renewable energy to save money and reduce your carbon footprint? By installing a solar panel system on your home, you can generate your own clean energy, gain solar independence and even earn credits for the extra electricity you produce.

Green Mountain Energy makes it easy to maximize your solar investment with Renewable Rewards Buyback plans. Send your surplus energy to the grid, and receive bill credits to offset the electricity you use when the sun isn’t shining—all backed by 100% renewable energy. It’s a simple way to be good to the planet while making the most of your solar panels.

Some of the benefits of going solar:

Save money on electricity.

Lower your monthly utility bill by securing long-term savings on a portion of your electricity costs with solar energy.

Be kind to the planet.

You could prevent more than
17,000 pounds of CO2 emissions per year. That’s like driving 18,500 fewer miles!1

Which solar plan is right for you?

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Current customer? Contact us.

How to go solar and sign up for Renewable Rewards:

Frequently Asked Questions

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Here are some key factors that’ll help you determine if you’re a good candidate for solar:

 

  • The condition of your roof. Your roof should have 15-20 years remaining in its lifespan.
  • The position of your roof. Panels work best on south-facing roofs.
  • Optimal sunlight. Ensure that buildings or shading from trees aren’t blocking your roof’s sunlight exposure.
  • Know the rules. Review any HOA regulations or deed restrictions that may affect your ability to install panels.
  • Your budget: Solar panels are expensive initially but pay off over time.

The first thing you'll want to do is set up a consultation with a trusted solar installation partner. This initial consult may include a roof inspection, sunlight analysis, and a proposal that will include the design of your system and estimated energy production. At this time, Green Mountain Energy does not offer solar installation.

If you install your system between 2022- 2032, you may qualify for the Residential Clean Energy Credit, allowing you to deduct part of the solar system’s cost on your federal tax return.

Yes. Solar panels require low maintenance. They are built to be durable and can operate reliably for extended periods. It is recommended that they are cleaned every 6-12 months, depending on location, weather conditions and dust levels.

The cost of purchasing and installing solar panels for the home varies. It's best to request a solar assessment from your installation partner to get an accurate quote for your particular home.

Before you can use your system, you’ll need to have an interconnection agreement with your local utility to ensure that you’re safely connected to the grid.

There are a number of factors that contribute to the longevity of a system, from the technology used to the stress it’s placed under. Also, like any other system in your home, regular preventative maintenance will ensure you get the most life out of your solar panels as possible. With these factors in mind, solar system manufacturers say that a solar panel system could last as long as 25 to 30 years. Along with installation rebates, many manufacturers will also offer warranties that cover significant portions of your system’s life. Make sure to ask about these warranties when getting your estimate.

Net metering puts your system to work for you by giving you credits for the excess energy you send back to the grid. Renewable Rewards®, our net-metering solar energy buyback program, allows our Texas customers to get bill credits for their system’s excess energy.

Yes. You’ll need a meter configured by your utility that separately measures the inflow and outflow of electricity to and from your home. Your utility may charge for this meter, and these charges would be passed through to you on your Green Mountain Energy bill.

The electricity produced by your solar panels first powers your home. But when your panels produce more energy than you need, the remaining energy is delivered to the grid.

There are a few steps to take if you are not receiving excess energy credits:

  1. Wait for three billing cycles after receiving Permission to Operate (PTO) from your utility.

  2. If the issue persists, contact your solar installer to confirm that your solar array has passed inspection and that you have a signed Interconnection Agreement with your utility.

  3. If it has been more than three billing periods and your solar installer has completed the steps above, then reach out to Green Mountain Energy Customer Care at 1-866-785-4668 to ask about your Renewable Rewards credits.

Contact your utility to learn more about interconnection to the grid and configuring your meter to separately measure the inflow and outflow of electricity from your home:

 

Oncor
Phone: 1-888-313-6862
Email: contactcenter@oncor.com
Contact page: https://www.oncor.com/SitePages/ContactUs.aspx

CenterPoint
Phone: 1-800-752-8036
Contact page: https://www.centerpointenergy.com/en-us/business/customer-service/contact-us

Texas New Mexico Power
Phone: 1-888-866-7456
Contact page: http://www.tnmp.com

AEP Central and AEP North
Phone: 1-877-373-4858
Contact page: https://www.aeptexas.com/contact/

If you have questions about your electricity bill or plan, call Green Mountain Energy at 1-866-785-4668.

 

If you have questions about your solar panels or don’t think your system is producing as much power as it should, contact your installer.

Read on for more ways solar helps both you and the planet.

Your solar panel system is just one step on the road to producing your own clean energy. Find out more about what it means to be Powered by Sunshine.

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If you already have solar panels, you can start earning credit for your excess energy today.

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1U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2019. Waste Reduction Model (WARM), Version 15, February; impact statistic based on the average vehicle carbon emissions per mile driven in the U.S.

Our customers have avoided

 

pounds of CO2

That’s like planting

 

new trees.

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