District of Columbia · Moderate solar resource

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A transparent, District of Columbia-aware solar-readiness estimate. We use a local solar-resource factor of 1300 kWh/kW-yr (≈ 3.6 peak-sun hours/day) to size your system and project savings. Estimates only — not a quote or guarantee.

Solar resource · DC

Moderate

Production factor

1300 kWh/kW-yr

Peak sun hours

3.6 hrs/day

Illustrative state solar-resource factor — a transparent placeholder, not a precise PVWatts output or your utility's actual rate. Real production depends on orientation, tilt, shading, equipment, and local climate.

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Estimates use a District of Columbia solar-resource factor and are illustrative. Not a quote or guarantee. State and local incentives are not included — check the list below.

Incentives to check

District of Columbia solar incentive checklist

We don't invent incentive amounts. Use this checklist to verify what's currently available in District of Columbia, then factor it into your real decision.

  • District of Columbia solar compensation (net metering)

    Check how District of Columbia credits rooftop solar export — net metering or an alternative rate. Rules vary by utility and may change.

  • State & local solar tax incentives

    Check District of Columbia's solar tax credits, rebates, and property or sales-tax exemptions. Confirm current availability and amounts before relying on them.

  • Utility solar & renewable programs

    Check your local utility's solar rebate or renewable-energy program — these often run separately from state incentives.

  • District of Columbia energy office

    Review the District of Columbia energy office for current residential solar programs, financing, and requirements.

  • Federal residential solar credit

    Assumed at $0 for systems installed after December 31, 2025 — the former 30% federal residential solar credit ended for those systems.

The most reliable, up-to-date source for District of Columbia solar incentives is DSIRE — search by your state and utility.

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