QC · Solar + Battery

Solar + battery installation in Quebec

Battery-coupled solar is the package that closes most often in Quebec. Federal Clean Tech ITC (30%) on storage stacks with provincial net metering. Free quote, ~2 minutes.

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7 kW
Average system size
$3.00/W
Average cost (CAD)
18 yrs
Average payback
30+
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Why solar in Quebec

TODO-CONTENT-INTRO-QC - Quebec is set to launch a 2026 provincial solar incentive expected to cover up to ~40% of installed system costs - a major flip from the historical "low-rate, slow-payback" QC market. Combined with the federal Clean Technology ITC (30%) on battery storage and Hydro-Québec net metering, solar + battery installs become substantially more attractive than they have been historically.

Incentives & rebates

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Hydro-Québec LogisVert Solar Grant

Hydro-Québec's residential solar grant pays CA$1,000 per kW of installed solar capacity, covering up to 40% of eligible project costs (typically CA$5,000-CA$6,000 in rebate for a residential system). Eligible installations must be completed on or after June 30, 2025, and homeowners have 9 months from the installation date to apply through the LogisVert portal. Hydro-Québec projects this brings typical residential payback from 25-30 years down to roughly 10-12 years.

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Federal Programs (Greener Homes Loan & Affordability Program)

The Canada Greener Homes Loan (interest-free up to $40,000) stopped accepting new applications on October 2, 2025 - only previously approved loans are still being funded. Its replacement, the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), launched in September 2025 and delivers no-cost retrofits through provincial partners for low- to median-income households; solar PV is federally eligible but each province sets its own technology list. Canada still has no federal investment tax credit equivalent to the U.S. ITC for residential solar.

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Net metering: Hydro-Québec Net Metering

TODO-CONTENT-QC-NET - Hydro-Québec net metering credits excess solar at the retail rate. With QC residential rates among the lowest in North America, the bill-offset value per kWh is materially less than in Ontario or Alberta.

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How payback works in Quebec

System cost
$21,000
Estimated net cost
$21,000
Estimated payback
~13.0 years
25-year net savings
~$19,500

These figures are illustrative; your actual quote reflects your roof, sun exposure, and local utility rates.

Cities we serve in Quebec

52cities with vetted local solar + battery installers.

Frequently asked questions

Are solar panels worth it in Quebec?
TODO-CONTENT-QC-FAQ-WORTH - Quebec has the lowest electricity rates in Canada (~$0.07/kWh from Hydro-Québec), which makes solar-only payback longer than in other provinces. Battery storage often makes the bigger difference, both for outage resilience and to capture the federal Clean Technology ITC (30%).
What incentives are available in Quebec?
TODO-CONTENT-QC-FAQ-INC - The federal Clean Technology ITC (30%) applies to battery storage. Provincial programs change frequently; verify what is active before purchase.
How does net metering work in Quebec?
TODO-CONTENT-QC-FAQ-NEM - Hydro-Québec credits excess solar at the retail rate, but residential rates are among the lowest in North America so the export value is limited.