BC Hydro Power Smart 2.0

Solar, battery, and heat pump rebates for every BC city.

Up to $10,000 in rebates for solar + battery, plus heat pump incentives. Find your city below and get matched with one trusted local installer.

11 cities served

Where HomePowerRebate operates in BC.

Click any city to see your estimated savings, installer, and how to claim the BC Hydro rebate.

Abbotsford

~$20,000

Fraser Valley

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Chilliwack

~$20,000

Fraser Valley East

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Kamloops

~$22,000

Thompson Region

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Kelowna

~$20,000

Central Okanagan

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Nanaimo

~$19,500

Central Vancouver Island

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Prince George

~$20,500

Northern BC

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Squamish

~$19,000

Sea-to-Sky

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Surrey

~$18,500

Metro Vancouver South

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Vancouver

~$18,500

Metro Vancouver

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Vernon

~$21,000

North Okanagan

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Victoria

~$19,000

Vancouver Island South

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Power Smart 2.0 at a glance

What BC Hydro covers.

Up to $5,000

Solar panel rebate ($1,000/kW, capped at 50% of cost)

Up to $5,000

Battery storage rebate (requires Peak Saver enrollment)

~$3,000

Peak Saver rewards over 10 years (enrollment + seasonal incentive)

Up to $4,000

Heat pump rebate (whole-home, 80%+ coverage)

Common questions

What you should know about Power Smart 2.0.

Is this really free for homeowners?

Yes. You don't pay HomePowerRebate anything. We earn a small referral fee from the installer only when you book a job.

Can I get multiple quotes?

By design, HomePowerRebate matches you with one approved installer per city. We don't auction you out to five companies. One trusted relationship, no bidding wars.

What if I'm not in one of these 11 cities?

We're expanding through 2026. Join the waitlist on the homepage and we'll email you when we come to your area.

I'm with FortisBC, not BC Hydro. Can I still get the rebate?

No. Power Smart 2.0 is only for BC Hydro customers. FortisBC has its own rebate programs. Check with your utility directly.

Is the Eguana Evolve battery expensive?

It's not the cheapest battery, but BC Hydro-approved systems (like Eguana) qualify for the full $5,000 rebate. An unapproved battery like Tesla Powerwall means zero rebate — a $5,000+ mistake. Approved alternatives also exist (Enphase, LG, SolarEdge, Panasonic, Generac).

How long does installation take?

Typically 4 to 8 weeks from signing the contract, including BC Hydro pre-approval, equipment delivery, installation (1–3 days), and final inspection. Rebate cheques arrive 30–45 business days after the system is connected.

From the blog

Before you sign anything, read this.

Is it actually worth it?

A skeptical, honest look at real solar payback periods by city.

Read the numbers →

The Tesla Powerwall mistake

Why the most recognizable battery brand gets zero BC Hydro rebate.

Read the story →

Why quotes vary by $8,000

What actually drives price differences between installer quotes.

Read the breakdown →

Red flags to watch for

What to check before you sign a contract with any installer.

Read the checklist →

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