Solar Companies in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is a national leader in residential solar despite its moderate sunshine, driven by some of the highest electricity rates in the country and exceptional incentive programs. The Bay State receives about 3.8 peak sun hours daily but makes up for it with rates averaging nearly $0.27/kWh.

The state's Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program provides ongoing incentive payments for solar generation. Massachusetts also offers a 15% state income tax credit (up to $1,000), full retail net metering, and access to SREC markets. National Grid and Eversource, the two largest utilities, both participate in net metering. Solar equipment is exempt from both sales tax and property tax.

Boston, Worcester, and Springfield are among the top residential solar markets. With the SMART program, state and federal tax credits, SRECs, and sky-high electricity rates, Massachusetts homeowners regularly achieve payback periods of just 4-7 years, among the best in the nation.