Alberta Solar Incentives
Going solar in Alberta is more economical thanks to a pro-active province who values their constituents making the switch. Every alberta solar grant, rebate, and government solar program below supports Alberta's goals of reducing carbon emissions, increasing energy efficiency, and building a more resilient power grid.
May 2026 Update: The Canada Greener Homes Loan has ended. CEIP open for select cities. Read below.
Residential Solar Incentives
💵 Canada Greener Homes Loan (Ended)
October 2025 Update: The Greener Homes Loan has now ended. There is no word yet if a new federal loan program will replace it. The next best option is now Alberta's CEIP loan program. Homeowners who prioritized the Greener Homes Loan received 10 years of interest-free financing to make their home more energy-efficient, including solar panel installations and other upgrades. Official page here.
🧓 Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program (SHARP)
Qualified senior homeowners in Alberta can access a low-interest home equity loan to help pay for home repairs, upgrades, and energy-saving improvements. If your income is limited and you don't meet the loan requirements, you may still be eligible for a grant instead. Program page here.
🏦 CMHC's Eco Improvement
If you have a mortgage with CMHC, the CMHC Eco Improvement aims to reduce the environmental impact of housing by supporting energy-efficient improvements. Apply for a 25% partial premium refund if you're insured with CMHC and spending at least $20,000 in energy-efficient renovations. Available for both home buyers and individual condo buyers. More info here.
🏡 The Solar Club™
The Solar Club is a special energy rate program designed to maximize savings for Albertans who generate their own solar power. It offers the flexibility to switch between two electricity rates based on the season:
- A higher buy-back rate of $0.30/kWh during months when your system produces a solar surplus
- A lower usage rate of $0.0877/kWh during the winter or when production dips
By timing your rate switch to match your solar output, homeowners can sell excess energy back to the grid at a premium and buy it at a lower cost when needed, sometimes accelerating your break-even by 3-4 years. Read more about the Solar Club here.
Alberta CEIP Status Matrix
Last verified: September 2026 — Status sourced directly from official municipal pages. Status windows change quickly and this table may not be accurate by the time you read it — best to speak with our local solar advisors for the latest updates.
Status Key
Status windows change quickly and this table may not be accurate by the time you read it — always verify directly on the municipality's CEIP page, or speak with our solar advisors for the latest updates. Calgary residential intake reopens September 22, 2026.
Municipality Specific Programs
🏦 Clean Energy Improvement Program (Residential Stream)
This program offers a low-interest financing option for energy upgrades, like solar, repaid conveniently through your property tax bill. To qualify, you'll need to complete energy evaluations before and after your improvements. You can also combine CEIP with other rebates to boost your savings. For some cities CEIP funding has ended. Inquire with us to see what the status is for your area. View our Alberta solar financing page to see how the ROI compares.
🏔️ Banff Solar Incentive Program
The Banff Solar Incentive Program is a post-install rebate program, with the rebate amount based on system size installed. Residential property owners get a rebate of $450/kW of installed solar capacity, to a maximum of 20 kW ($9,000 maximum rebate). Commercial properties are eligible for $750/kW, up to $15,000.
⛰️ Canmore: Solar Incentive Program
The 2025 program closed. Applications for the 2026 program will open in February.
Canmore is offering 20 rebates of $1,250 to help homeowners install new rooftop solar systems (minimum 3 kW). Available for single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and similar residences. Official page here.
❌ St. Albert: Home Energy Efficiency Grant
Effective August 30, 2024, the Home Energy Efficiency Grant Program has been fully subscribed and is no longer accepting applications. This is why it's important to apply for available programs as soon as possible, since funding won't last forever.
🏦 Home Upgrades Program
Eligible households can receive customized energy efficiency upgrades at no cost, tailored to their specific needs. Qualification depends on household size and income. This program is currently available in Calgary, Canmore, and Edmonton.
🎣 Medicine Hat: HAT Smart Existing Homes Incentives
Homeowners in Medicine Hat can receive up to $5,000 in rebates for approved energy-efficient upgrades under the Existing Homes Program. New Homes Rebate: Get up to $10,000 in rebates for building a home that exceeds current energy code standards.
🚜 Wetaskiwin: Solar Installation Grant Program
The 2025 program offers ten $5,000 grants for residents installing at least a 4 kW system, and five $5,000 grants for businesses and nonprofits installing at least a 5 kW system. Landlords can apply on behalf of rental properties using the business application.
Multi-Unit & Commercial Solar Incentives
Edmonton Multi-Unit Solar Rebate
The City of Edmonton has added $1.2 million in new funding to support solar installations on multi-unit residential buildings (4+ dwellings). Applications reopened March 17, 2025 on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible projects receive $0.50/watt, up to $4,000 per dwelling and a $100,000 annual cap per applicant. Program page here.
Canmore Commercial and Multi-Family Solar Incentive
The 2025 program closed. Applications for the 2026 program will open in February. Businesses and multi-family buildings can receive $750 per kW of solar installed, up to $20,000.
Calgary: Charge YYC Multi-Residential Pilot Program
This pilot program helps residents of condos, apartments, townhomes, and other multi-unit buildings plan and install EV chargers. In Phase 1, up to 60 applicants can receive $4,000 or 50% of costs, whichever is less, to create an EV charging road map. Ideal for property managers or condo boards looking to future-proof their buildings.
🏦 Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)
The SEMI program helps Alberta's industrial and manufacturing facilities lower energy costs, build internal expertise, and fund capital retrofits. Backed by $50 million from the Government of Alberta and Natural Resources Canada, SEMI offers training, expert support, and funding to boost efficiency and reduce emissions. The program is available until March 31, 2027.
🏢 Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (Federal)
The Federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit provides a 30% refundable investment tax credit for eligible clean technology property, including solar energy equipment, for qualifying Canadian businesses.
CCA Class 43.2 (Federal)
Alberta businesses can deduct 100% of eligible clean energy equipment costs in the first year under the Accelerated Investment Incentive through CCA Class 43.2. Solar panels, inverters, racking, and associated electrical work typically qualify. See our commercial solar page for more details.
Offset Your Energy Costs With the Sun
No matter what, you're likely to spend around $30,000 on electricity over the next 10 years. The difference? With solar, that money goes toward owning your own energy system, rather than paying your utility month after month. Once your system is paid off, you could enjoy little to no electricity costs for decades.
Your home without solar energy
- $250 average monthly electricity bill
- 10-Year Cost: $30,000 (assuming no rate increases)
- Continued dependence on utility companies
- No long-term savings or added home value
Your home with solar net billing
- No upfront cost solar loan (CEIP)
- Ownership of your power generation system
- 20+ years of low cost electricity after loan payoff
- Protection against future rate hikes
- Energy independence and savings
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- CEIP loan availability for your municipality
- Solar Club eligibility based on your utility
- Municipal rebate programs in your area
- Federal tax credits if applicable
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