Solar in Providence, RI
Everything you need to know about going solar in Providence — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
24.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$3.05/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Rhode Island Energy
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$17,080
After 30% ITC
($24,400 before)
$2,862/yr
Est. Annual Savings
11,680 kWh/yr
6.0 yrs
Est. Payback
Estimates based on local averages for an 8 kW system. Actual results depend on roof, shading, utility plan, and consumption.
Local Programs
Net MeteringAvailable
Community SolarAvailable
Very high rates and REF grants make solar payback among the fastest in New England.