If you're considering solar for your Texas home, there's an incentive worth knowing about.
Oncor's 2026 Residential Solar Program offers eligible homeowners the opportunity to save up to $9,000 on a new solar installation. Depending on your system design, the incentive could make solar and battery storage more affordable.
Here's what you should know.
How does the Oncor solar incentive work?
Oncor offers financial incentives for qualifying solar installations within its electricity delivery territory.
Unlike a rebate paid directly to the homeowner, the incentive is paid to an approved participating solar provider and should be reflected in your installation price.
The amount varies by project, and not every homeowner will qualify for the maximum $9,000. Our Solar Advisors can help you explore your options, understand the eligibility requirements and navigate the incentive process.
Who qualifies?
Eligibility depends on several factors, including your location, system design and program requirements.
According to Oncor's published program information:
Your home must be within Oncor's electricity delivery territory.
The solar installation must be new.
The project must meet the applicable system requirements.
The installation must be completed through an approved participating provider.
The project must meet Oncor's interconnection and approval requirements.
Oncor's 2026 program updates also allow certain solar installations without battery storage.
Because program funding is limited, eligibility and incentive availability should be confirmed before making a purchase decision.
What about adding battery storage?
Battery storage can help you make greater use of the electricity your solar panels generate and provide backup power during outages when the system is designed and configured for that purpose.
For some homeowners, additional battery capacity may be worthwhile, particularly if keeping essential appliances running during an outage is a priority.
However, Oncor's incentive is tied to the qualifying solar project. It isn't a separate $9,000 payment for purchasing a battery or adding a second battery.
The right system depends on your electricity usage, backup priorities and budget.
Explore your options with Atma Energy
As an approved participating installer in Oncor's Residential Solar Program, Atma Energy can help you explore available incentives, understand eligibility requirements and navigate the application process.
At Atma, we believe homeowners should understand their options before making a significant investment. Our engineering-led approach focuses on designing solar and battery systems around your home's electricity needs, rather than recommending equipment you may not need.
If you live in Oncor territory and are considering solar, we'd be happy to help you explore your options and understand which incentives may apply.
Schedule a free, no-obligation 10-minute discovery call.