Solar Panels in Nova Scotia

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Nova Scotia Solar Installations

Solar Performance in Nova Scotia

System Effectiveness

Solar panels in Nova Scotia are highly effective, with modern systems achieving excellent performance even in winter months.

Summer Production 95-100%
Winter Production 60-75%
Average Efficiency 20-22%

Sun Exposure

Atlantic maritime climate with moderate sunshine - one of the best places in Canada for solar

Excellent – 1,090 kWh per 1 kW of solar panels installed on average. Nova Scotia has some of the best potential for solar production in Canada. Solar installations in Nova Scotia are highly efficient, overperforming to an average of 1,090 kWh of electricity per year for every 1 kW installed. Cities like Halifax and Amherst can even get over 1,100 kWh per 1 kW of solar installed. Your solar system will connect to the grid via the Net-Metering program. Excess energy you produce is credited by your power company at the retail electricity rate, balancing out your usage across day and night, as well as summer and winter months. In Nova Scotia, home solar systems up to 27 kW in size can be connected to the grid. These credits expire after a year, so it is important that your solar installation is sized to your usage. The costs of electricity, abundant sunlight, and the Net-Metering program in Nova Scotia make it one of the best places in Canada for solar.

• Peak production in summer months
• Consistent year-round energy production
• Solar panels work in all seasons

Key Performance Factors

25+ years

Panel lifespan with minimal degradation

80%+

Efficiency retained after 25 years

8-10 kW

Typical residential system size

Solar panels generating clean energy

Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs

The more you pay for electricity – the more you benefit by going solar.

Choosing solar energy allows you to save money by avoiding these high electricity rates.

The Nova Scotia Energy Board raised all rates by 20% for the year 2024.

With energy prices expected to rise even more, going solar protects you from increasing costs by generating your own power.

Net Metering Program

How Net Metering Works in Nova Scotia

Your solar system will connect to the grid via the Net-Metering program. Excess energy you produce is saved in credits by your power company at the retail electricity rate, balancing out your usage across day and night, as well as summer and winter months.

In Nova Scotia, with Time-of-Use billing, On-Peak hours coincide with peak solar generation times, earning you credits at higher On-Peak rates.

Net Metering in Nova Scotia makes it simple for a home solar installation to cover your bills year-round.

Solar panels with net metering connection

Applicable Rebates & Incentives in Nova Scotia

Maximize your solar investment with federal and provincial incentives. Here's what you can apply for in Nova Scotia:

Nova Scotia Provincial Programs

Pictou County Energy Efficiency Program (Variable)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

Truro Green Energy Fund (Variable)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

Efficiency Nova Scotia Rebates (Variable)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

Solar City: 10-year PACE loan at 4.75% fixed rate, tied to property (City of Halifax) ($10)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

SolarHomes Program: $0.30/watt rebate, max $3,000 (Efficiency Nova Scotia) ($0)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

Solar City ($10)

Available to all Nova Scotia residents

Canada Federal Programs

Canada Greener Homes Loan

Interest-free loans up to $40,000 for energy retrofits

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Federal Investment Tax Credit

30% tax credit on solar system costs (commercial)

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GST/HST Rebate

Rebate on federal portion of sales tax for new installations

Automatically applied at purchase

Flexible Financing

Competitive financing options for eligible homeowners

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Calculate Your Total Rebates

Find out exactly how much you can save with federal and provincial incentives in Nova Scotia. Most homeowners save between $5,000 - $15,000.

WHY TRUST XOLAR

Professional Solar Installation in Nova Scotia

We make going solar simple with our proven installation process. From initial consultation to final activation, our certified team handles everything for Nova Scotia homeowners.

  • 1

    Free Consultation

    We assess your home's solar potential, energy needs, and discuss available incentives.

  • 2

    Custom System Design

    Our engineers design a system optimized for your roof and energy consumption.

  • 3

    Permitting & Paperwork

    We handle all Nova Scotia permits, utility applications, and rebate paperwork.

  • 4

    Professional Installation

    Our certified installers complete the job in 1-2 days with minimal disruption.

  • 5

    Activation & Monitoring

    We connect your system to the grid and set up 24/7 performance monitoring.

What Nova Scotia Homeowners Say

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Solar FAQs for Nova Scotia Residents

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