Austin Utilities - Solar Rebate Program
Administered by: Austin Utilities
Quick Summary
Austin Utilities offers a $500 rebate for residential PV systems and $15 per square foot for solar water heating systems, available on a first-come, first-served basis. You must complete an energy audit before installation, sign a net-metering and interconnection agreement with Austin Utilities, and submit an application through their program website to qualify.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 4333
- Last Updated
- 9/29/2025
Eligibility
Program Summary
Austin Utilities provides incentives for their residential and commercial customers to install photovoltaic (PV) and solar water heating systems. Qualifying PV systems can earn flat rebate of $500; eligible solar water heating systems can earn $15 per square foot of collector area. Incentives are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Austin Utilities obtains the right to withdraw the program at any time without notice. In order to obtain eligibility, customers must agree to a net-metering and interconnection contract with Austin Utilities. An energy audit must be performed prior to system installation and results shared with Austin Utilities. Application forms with additional information are available on the program web site.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.