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BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program
Rebates for residential solar and battery systems
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
BC Hydro offers rebates of up to $10,000 for eligible residential solar panels and battery storage. The program supports grid-connected self-generation projects, including solar-only, battery-only, or combined installations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Installation of grid-connected solar PV systems.
- Installation of battery energy storage systems.
- Combined solar and battery self-generation projects.
Documents Needed
- Self-generation application
- Final inspection documents
- Landlord/Developer rebate application form, if applicable
- Proof of battery eligibility or certification, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners with a BC Hydro account.
- Tenanted properties, through the registered property owner.
- Residential customers in BC Hydro’s service territory.
Who is not eligible
- Customers of other utilities in B.C., such as FortisBC.
- Secondary suites or separately metered units within a single residential building.
- Temporary service connections.
- Self-installers.
Eligible expenses
- Solar photovoltaic panels and battery storage systems.
- Installation labour and materials.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Temporary or mobile installations.
- Self-installed systems.
- Battery-only systems not enrolled in Peak Saver.
- Replacement of existing solar or battery systems, except for eligible capacity increases.
- Tesla solar and battery products.
Eligible geographic areas
- BC Hydro service territory.
- Residential properties in Indigenous communities within the service area.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and after final inspection documents are received.
- Interconnection approval must be received before the rebate is paid.
- Rebate processing and payment take 30 to 45 business days after interconnection approval.
Additional information
- Applications submitted before April 1, 2026 will be reviewed under the previous rebate amounts.
- Beginning June 1, 2026, installations must be completed by an HPCN member to qualify.
- For tenanted properties, the rebate is paid to the registered property owner.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program?
BC Hydro offers rebates of up to $10,000 for eligible residential solar panels and battery storage. The program supports grid-connected self-generation projects, including solar-only, battery-only, or combined installations.
How much funding can be received?
BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program program, you must:
BC Hydro residential account required.
Grid-connected home in service territory.
Self-generation approval required.
What expenses are eligible under BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program?
Installation of grid-connected solar PV systems.
Installation of battery energy storage systems.
Combined solar and battery self-generation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program?
You can contact Municipality of North Cowichan or by phone at 8002249376.
Where is the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program available?
The BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program is a Grant and Funding