Solar Incentives in Nevada (2026)
Nevada homeowners pay an average of $0.12/kWh for electricity. With the right incentives, solar can offset a significant portion of that cost. Below are the 3 active programs available in Nevadaas of February 2026.
Federal ITC Update: The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025 per the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21). The commercial ITC (Section 48E) remains active at 30% for systems under 1 MW through 2032. State and utility programs listed below remain in effect.
Active Incentive Programs
| Program | Type | Authority | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Metering | NV Energy / Public Utilities Commission of Nevada Utility | Export credits at 75% of retail rate | Solar exports credited at 75% of the retail electricity rate. Credits roll over monthly with annual true-up. NV Energy residential customers. Systems up to 25 kW. | |
| Battery Storage | NV Energy Utility | $190/kWh on TOU plan (up to $3,000 or 50% of cost). $95/kWh on non-TOU (up to $1,500). | Incentive for battery storage systems. Higher incentive for customers on time-of-use rate plans. NV Energy residential solar customers. | |
| Property Tax Exemption | Nevada Department of Taxation State | Solar system value excluded from property tax assessment | The added value of solar energy systems is exempt from property tax. All residential solar installations in Nevada. | |
| Low Income | NV Energy / Nevada Governor's Office of Energy State | Participants save 9-10% on energy usage portion of bill. No-cost enrollment. | Community solar program for low-income residents. Automatic re-enrollment after initial approval. Lottery selection if oversubscribed. NV Energy customers at or below 80% Area Median Income. |
Data sourced from DSIRE, EnergySage, and state energy offices. Last verified February 2026. Verify all programs directly with the administering authority.
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Does Nevada have a solar tax credit in 2026?
Nevada does not currently have a state-level solar income tax credit, but there are other incentives available such as net metering, property tax exemptions, and utility rebates. The federal residential ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.
What is the average electricity rate in Nevada?
The average residential electricity rate in Nevada is approximately $0.12/kWh as of 2026. Higher utility rates generally improve solar ROI.
Does Nevada have net metering?
Yes. Nevada has a net metering or net billing policy that credits solar owners for excess electricity exported to the grid. See the incentives table above for current rates and program details.
Is solar equipment exempt from sales tax in Nevada?
Nevada does not currently offer a statewide sales tax exemption for solar equipment.
Does going solar increase property taxes in Nevada?
No. Nevada offers a property tax exemption for solar energy systems, meaning the added home value from solar is not included in your property tax assessment.
Did the federal solar tax credit expire?
Yes. The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025 per the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21). The commercial ITC (Section 48E) remains active at 30% for systems under 1 MW through 2032.