How much you get
$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.
Source
Xcel Energy — Colorado residential rebates →
ENERGY STAR — federal tax credit status →
Common questions
What's the solar rebate in Denver?
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 Denver?
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 Denver
Real companies serving Denver, pulled from their current Google reviews. We're not paid to list anyone here.
Next steps
View all Denver rebate programs → or see all Colorado coverage →