Solar Rebates in Tampa, Florida (2026)

Tampa is in TECO (Tampa Electric Company) service territory — Florida's third-largest investor-owned utility under PSC regulation. TECO offers 1:1 retail-rate net metering for residential solar customers (PSC-mandated). Combined with federal 25D, Florida property tax abatement, sales tax exemption, and TECO's 1:1 NEM, Tampa solar installs deliver 7–9 year paybacks. Tampa Bay area has somewhat lower hurricane risk than Miami but installers still meet 140+ mph wind-load standards. TECO offers limited heat pump rebates and EV TOU rate plans on top of solar incentives.

Tampa solar programs available

Federal 25D (30%)
Florida Property Tax Abatement
Florida Sales Tax Exemption
TECO 1:1 Net Metering
TECO Time-of-Use Rate Plans
SELF Loan

Full program details, dollar amounts, and stacking math: Florida solar rebates.

Tampa-specific FAQ

TECO vs FPL? +

Both offer 1:1 net metering under PSC. TECO has a smaller service territory (Tampa Bay area). FPL serves most of east Florida. Both follow similar PSC rules.

Can renters in Tampa benefit? +

Federal 25D requires homeownership. Community solar subscriptions through some Florida providers are available — saves 5–15% on bills without ownership.

Federal pathway

The federal 25D 25D Credit (30% of cost, no cap) applies to Tampa solar installations regardless of city or state. See the 25D guide for filing instructions and forms.