For Houstonians considering a solar project for a home or business, now is a more compelling time than ever to move forward thanks to CenterPoint Energy’s generous 2025 rebate program. With a renewed commitment to reducing peak energy demand and promoting renewable energy adoption in Texas, CenterPoint has introduced a robust rebate offering that significantly enhances the financial benefits of installing solar panels in 2025.
Under this program, residential rebates can reach up to $3,000 per project, while commercial projects are even more lucrative, with rebates often totaling tens of thousands of dollars and covering up to 50% of total project costs. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, with allocated budgets of $1,000,000 for residential projects and $6,000,000 for commercial projects. Given these limited funds, Houstonians are encouraged to act quickly to secure their rebate.
Available CenterPoint Rebates
Residential Rebates
- $135 per rated kW for standard installations (up to 15 kW, max rebate: $2,025).
- $200 per rated kW for qualifying low-income households (up to 15 kW, max rebate: $3,000).
Commercial Rebates
- $200 per kW of demand reduction.
- $0.03 per kWh of energy savings.
- Maximum rebate covers up to 50% of total installation costs.
How Homeowners Can Take Advantage: Residential Solar PV Program (RSPP)
Who Qualifies?
- CenterPoint residential customers (check if your meter says “CenterPoint” or if your ESID # on your utility bill starts with 100890).
- Owners of single-family homes or individually metered multifamily units.
- Additional incentives are available for low-income households (200% or below federal poverty guidelines).
- This is not a direct-to-customer program—customers must sign up through a Participating Vendor like KW Solar.
How It Works
- Free Solar Consultation – KW Solar will assess your home’s solar potential, design a custom system, and estimate your eligible rebate.
- Go Solar with a CenterPoint Participating Vendor (That’s us!).
- Rebate Application – We handle all the paperwork and submit your rebate request.
- Installation – Our expert team installs your solar system.
- Rebate Applied – After installation, CenterPoint issues the incentive, reducing your overall system cost.
How Businesses Can Participate: CenterPoint Commercial & Industrial Standard Offer Program for Solar (CSOP)
Who Qualifies?
- Commercial and industrial facilities within CenterPoint’s service area.
- Projects that meet efficiency standards outlined in the Texas Technical Resource Manual (TRM).
- Systems must be operational by December 1, 2025.
How It Works
- Energy Assessment & Site Feasibility Study – KW Solar evaluates your building’s energy needs and designs a proposal with estimated rebates.
- Rebate Application – We manage the paperwork and ensure program compliance.
- Installation – Our team installs your system on schedule.
- Rebate Payments:
- Deemed savings projects – Receive 100% of the rebate after installation and approval.
- Measurement & Verification (M&V) projects – Receive 40% upfront and 60% after verification.
Additional Resources
- CenterPoint Residential Program: https://cnpres.customerapplication.com/
- CenterPoint Commercial Program: https://csop.customerapplication.com/
- CenterPoint 2025 Residential Solar Incentive Fact Sheet
Summary
CenterPoint Energy’s 2025 solar rebate program makes switching to solar in Houston more financially attractive than ever. With residential rebates up to $3,000 and commercial incentives covering up to 50% of installation costs, the savings are substantial.
As a CenterPoint Participating Vendor with a decade of experience in the Houston market, KW Solar is an expert in navigating the rebate process, handling everything from system design to application submission. If you’d like a customized estimate incorporating a CenterPoint rebate, call us at 832-844-5790 or reach out online, and we’ll get back to you right away!