Solar Rebates in Houston, Texas (2026)

Houston is in CenterPoint Energy wires territory — separate from Oncor (DFW) and Austin Energy (Austin). CenterPoint runs its own residential solar rebate program (smaller than Oncor) and customers choose their Retail Electric Provider (REP) under Texas retail electric competition. REP choice significantly affects net metering economics — Reliant Truly Free Nights & Solar Days, Green Mountain Renewable Rewards, and Chariot Energy offer 1:1 retail-rate buyback while many other plans pay avoided cost. Houston's solar resource (~5.0 kWh/m²/day) is strong but slightly below DFW. Hurricane resilience adds value to battery storage, which qualifies for federal 25D 30% uncapped.

Houston solar programs available

Federal 25D (30%)
CenterPoint Energy Solar Rebate (smaller than Oncor)
Texas Property Tax Exemption (Form 50-123)
Net Metering (REP-dependent)
Reliant TrueLease Battery Lease

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

Houston-specific FAQ

Hurricane Beryl 2024 — does that affect solar planning? +

Yes. Hurricane Beryl (July 2024) caused widespread Houston outages. Battery storage demand spiked. Critical-load backup configurations (refrigeration, water pumps, medical) became standard ask in Houston battery installs.

Best REP for solar in Houston? +

Reliant Truly Free Nights & Solar Days, Green Mountain Renewable Rewards, Chariot Energy all offer 1:1 retail-rate net metering. Compare current rates — REP plans change quarterly.

CenterPoint vs Oncor for solar rebates? +

CenterPoint solar rebate is smaller than Oncor's ($2,500). Verify current CenterPoint allocation. Oncor serves DFW, not Houston.

Federal pathway

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