Why Alberta Is Perfect For Solar Panels

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 More Sunlight = More Energy = More Savings

• Alberta gets over 2,300 hours of sunshine per year, especially in southern areas like Medicine Hat, Calgary, and Lethbridge — the most in Canada.
   
• That means solar panels in Alberta generate more electricity than the same system would in other provinces like Ontario or B.C.
   
• More production = Higher return on investment (ROI).

High Electricity Costs + No Time-of-Use Billing

• Alberta electricity prices fluctuate but often hover around $0.18–$0.30/kWh, especially during peak demand. Solar helps you hedge against these rising rates.
   
• Unlike Ontario, there’s no time-of-use pricing, so solar offsets a higher flat rate all day long — boosting your overall savings.

Solar Net Billing Program (Micro-Generation Regulation)

• Alberta allows homeowners to sell excess electricity back to the grid at retail or near-retail prices through a micro-generation agreement.
   
• In the summer, your system can produce more than you use, creating credits that help offset winter bills.
   
• You only pay for the net electricity used over time.

Tax FREE Solar Credits

• Any credit or revenue from selling extra solar power back to the grid in Alberta is not considered taxable income.

Typical Home Savings

•                    6.5kW solar system (about 15–18 panels)
   
•                    Cost: ~$14,000–$17,000 (before rebates)
   
•                    Annual generation: ~9,000–10,000 kWh
   
•                     Retail power price: ~$0.23/kWh (avg)
   

9,000 kWh × $0.23 = $2,070/year
 

 The system pays for itself in 7–9 years, then continues to save you $2,000+ annually for 15–20 more years. That’s $30,000–$50,000 in lifetime savings.

According to real estate studies, homes with solar sell faster and at a higher price — typically increasing resale value by $10,000–$20,000, especially in Alberta where utility savings are real and measurable.