Solar Energy for Heroes in North Carolina
North Carolina ranks 5th nationally for total installed solar capacity as of early 2026, supported by strong sunshine and evolving utility programs. Duke Energy—serving most of the state—no longer offers traditional net metering for new customers, but homeowners can choose the Bridge Rate, a 15-year modified net metering option available until 2027, or pair solar with a battery to earn up to $9,000 through the PowerPair rebate and up to $1,100 per year through the EnergyWise Home virtual power plant program. Dominion Energy and Blue Ridge EMC customers continue to access full retail-rate net metering, and all NC homeowners benefit from a 100% property tax exemption on the value solar adds to their home.
Solar Incentives in North Carolina
- Duke Energy PowerPair Rebate (up to $9,000 for solar+battery)
- Duke Energy EnergyWise Home VPP (up to $1,100/yr in bill credits)
- Net Metering Bridge Rate (new Duke customers, available through 2027)
- Net Metering at Full Retail Rate (Dominion Energy and Blue Ridge EMC)
- Property Tax Exemption (100% of solar‑added home value excluded)
Quick Facts
Our Service Areas in North Carolina
We proudly serve heroes in these North Carolina communities. Don't see your city? Dont' worry, we serve many more - contact us to discuss your options.
Charlotte
Charlotte homeowners in neighborhoods like Myers Park, NoDa, and South End, near landmarks such as Freedom Park, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and Lake Norman, can pair Duke Energy's PowerPair rebate with reliable Piedmont sun to shorten solar payback periods considerably.
Raleigh
In Raleigh, residential areas like Five Points, North Hills, and Brier Creek—close to Pullen Park, the North Carolina Museum of Art, and the Research Triangle Park employment corridor—offer many south-facing rooftops where solar can complement the city's growing clean-energy profile.
Greensboro
Greensboro residents in Irving Park, Fisher Park, and the Lake Jeanette area, near the Greensboro Science Center, Bog Garden, and downtown's Revolution Mill district, benefit from solid solar resources and North Carolina's full property tax exemption to reduce the long-term cost of going solar.
Ready to Go Solar in North Carolina?
Join thousands of heroes across North Carolina who are saving money and protecting the environment with solar energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about going solar with Solar 4 Heroes.
Additional Resources
Still have questions?