Calculate your Centennial State solar savings with excellent mountain sunshine, Xcel Energy TOU rates, current incentives, and Colorado's outstanding solar incentives
Federal Credit (Homeowner-Owned)
Plus Property Tax Exemption
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High Altitude Advantage
Average Electric Rates
TOU Peak 2.7x Higher
Payback Period
Excellent ROI
Customized for all Colorado regions with real utility rates, TOU impacts, and maximum Centennial State incentives
Colorado offers excellent solar conditions and supportive policies. Our calculator includes all current programs:
Peak hours (5PM-9PM) will cost 2.7x more than off-peak. Solar + battery storage can eliminate these expensive evening charges and maximize your savings!
Centennial State savings with excellent mountain sunshine and supportive policies
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Xcel Energy is implementing new Time-of-Use rates that will dramatically change how you're charged for electricity:
LOWEST Rate
87% of the year
2.7X Higher Rate
When you need power most!
With solar panels + battery storage, you can:
Colorado's high elevation provides 25% more solar irradiance than sea level locations. The thinner atmosphere means more direct sunlight reaches your panels!
Snow reflects additional sunlight onto panels (albedo effect), often increasing production by 10-20% on clear winter days. Cold temperatures also improve panel efficiency!
Colorado ranks #7 nationally for solar installations per capita. Over 150,000 homes and businesses have gone solar, creating 6,000+ local jobs!
Colorado solar systems typically pay for themselves in 6-8 years thanks to excellent sun, strong incentives, and rising electricity rates.
With new TOU rates, Colorado leads the nation in residential battery adoption. Xcel Energy offers up to $5,000 in battery rebates!
Colorado's solar installations prevent over 2 million tons of CO2 emissions annually - equivalent to taking 400,000+ cars off the road!