To qualify for the one-time rebate of $450 per kilowatt (kW) of DC installed, (up to 10kW), you must follow the guidelines below. Federal and State tax credits may also apply.

You may also find valuable information regarding system variances, sizing, and return on investment (ROI) tools, as well as links to approved contractors at www.find-solar.org.

•  Contractors to be North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners trained and certified.
• Systems to be certified by Florida Solar Energy Center.
• Metering and energy billing and credit must meet Jackson EMC’s installation guidelines  and Net Metering Rider requirements.
• Jackson EMC will retain any renewable energy credits.
• All systems must be preapproved and meet program guidelines to be connected to  Jackson EMC infrastructure and to qualify for Jackson EMC rebates.

*Jackson EMC retains the right to deny rebates when installation does not follow equipment and installation specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will a solar energy system produce enough energy to handle all my electricity needs?

For the average customer, a solar system will produce 20-50% of their annual energy needs, depending on the size of the system and the energy requirements of your home. The size of the system that is right for you depends on how big of an investment you want to make and how much unshaded area is available. Also, the Jackson EMC rebate maximum is for a 10kW system and is capped at $4,500.

How much electricity will my solar system produce?

The amount of electricity generated by a solar system depends on several factors: system size, orientation of the system and shading. Typically, a solar system using 120 square feet of solar panels will generate 1,000-1,440 kWh per year.

What happens during an electric outage?

In any type of electric outage, only a solar energy system with battery backup will continue to have power.

What happens on cloudy days?

Since solar energy systems require sunlight to produce electricity, the bulk of your electricity production will take place under sunny conditions. Output is directly proportional to the amount of sunlight available at any given moment. A system can generate 50-70% of its typical output under bright overcast conditions but production will continue to diminish as less light reaches the system.

How do I get started with installation?

To get started, or if you would like more information, complete this form or contact your local Jackson EMC office.

For more answers to common questions about solar water heating, see our Solar Water Heating FAQs page.