Business
or Commercial Grants for Specified Energy Property in Lieu of 30% Tax Credits
The State of California offers substantial rebates for both large and small commercial solar electric systems through the
California Solar Initiative
(CSI). Depending on the size of your facility, you will qualify for either the Expected Performance Based Buydown (EPBB) or a Performance Based Incentive (PBI) program.. These rebates can cover as much as
30% of the total system cost.
Expected Performance Based Buydown (EPBB)
This program offers upfront rebates for systems less than 50kW in size. The program is part of the California Solar Initiative, which started accepting applications on January 1, 2007
Rebate amounts are determined by a number of factors, including system location, orientation, shading and size. These rebates generally cover
20-30% of the total installed system cost.
Performance Based Incentive Program (PBI).
All flat cents-per-kWh monthly
payment for all metered output (for the initial five years of
operation) from eligible solar systems equal to or greater than
50kW. Any Project size may opt in to receive this type of
incentive.
