$300/kW, up to $1,500

Solar Rebates in Boulder

Xcel Energy runs this program for Boulder homeowners. Here's exactly how it works and where the number comes from.

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How much you get

$300/kW, up to $1,500

$300/kW, up to $1,500 — Xcel Energy's Solar Rewards program pays $300 per kW of installed solar capacity, capped at $1,500 per home. Note: the federal 30% residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired for installations after December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — it no longer applies to systems installed in 2026.

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Source

Xcel Energy — Colorado residential rebates →

ENERGY STAR — federal tax credit status →

Common questions

What's the solar rebate in Boulder?

Xcel Energy's Solar Rewards program pays $300 per kW of installed solar capacity, capped at $1,500 per home. Note: the federal 30% residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired for installations after December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — it no longer applies to systems installed in 2026.

Do I need to confirm this rebate is still active in Boulder?

Yes. Utility rebate programs change funding levels and eligibility rules through the year. Confirm current status with Xcel Energy before assuming a figure is live.

Installers

Solar installers in Boulder

Real companies serving Boulder, pulled from their current Google reviews. We're not paid to list anyone here.

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Next steps

View all Boulder rebate programs → or see all Colorado coverage →