"I've been around the solar community for a while now. XOLAR went through a rough patch a few years ago, but I can say that they have really turned things around. Solid team, good knowledge, great value."
Julien Lemay
Solar Panels in Fort McMurray, AB
Professional solar panel installation serving 11 neighborhoods in Fort McMurray. Save $2,300/year with ATCO Electric.
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Solar Performance in Fort McMurray
System Effectiveness
Solar panels in Fort McMurray are highly effective, with modern systems achieving excellent performance even in winter months.
Summer Production 95-100%
Winter Production 60-75%
Annual Production 1,200 kWh/kW
Energy produced per kW of panels installed, each year
Sun Exposure
Solar Potential Rating
Very Good – 1,200 kWh/kW annually (long summer days compensate for latitude)
• Peak production in summer months
• Consistent year-round energy production
• Solar panels work in all seasons
Key Performance Factors
$2,300/year
Average annual savings
$0.1201/kWh (Rate of Last Resort)
Current electricity rate
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Neighborhoods served
Solar Panels in Fort McMurray
Fort McMurray may be northern, but long summer days compensate – producing 1,200 kWh/kW annually, well above the national average. In June, Fort McMurray gets 18+ hours of light, generating significant solar output.
ATCO Electric distributes power. Alberta’s micro-generation regulation applies province-wide, giving Fort McMurray residents the same retail-rate credits as southern Alberta.
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What Fort McMurray Homeowners Say
See how solar energy is transforming homes across Fort McMurray.
"Excellent and professional service. Timely, and knowledgeable. More than willing to go out of their way to be helpful."
Shane Firth
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Bob Henderson
Warkworth, ON
"Dylan provided a very thorough quote and was very helpful answering questions. Very knowledgeable!"
Karen Peterson
"I was quite late for my meeting due to an unexpected problem and Christopher was both flexible and understanding. He explained the what, how and why of investing in solar panels on my home clearly and knowledgeably. Looking forward to working to fulfill our plan with this company."
Heather Collinge
"The gentleman was polite on the phone, articulating and understandable. A pleasure to talk too. I hope to see this move along further."
Roger Cherry
"I've been around the solar community for a while now. XOLAR went through a rough patch a few years ago, but I can say that they have really turned things around. Solid team, good knowledge, great value."
Julien Lemay
"Excellent and professional service. Timely, and knowledgeable. More than willing to go out of their way to be helpful."
Shane Firth
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Bob Henderson
Warkworth, ON
"Dylan provided a very thorough quote and was very helpful answering questions. Very knowledgeable!"
Karen Peterson
"I was quite late for my meeting due to an unexpected problem and Christopher was both flexible and understanding. He explained the what, how and why of investing in solar panels on my home clearly and knowledgeably. Looking forward to working to fulfill our plan with this company."
Heather Collinge
"The gentleman was polite on the phone, articulating and understandable. A pleasure to talk too. I hope to see this move along further."
Roger Cherry
Areas We Serve in Fort McMurray
Professional solar panel installation available in these Fort McMurray neighborhoods and communities:
Downtown Fort McMurray
Thickwood
Timberlea
Abasand
Beacon Hill
Eagle Ridge
Dickinsfield
Waterways
Prairie Creek
Parsons Creek
Lower Townsite
Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs
The more you pay for electricity, the more you benefit by going solar.
Alberta’s Rate of Last Resort is 12.01–12.06¢/kWh, fixed through December 2026. Fort McMurray’s long summer days produce significant solar output despite northern latitude.
Local Solar Incentives in Fort McMurray
Rebates and incentives available specifically for Fort McMurray residents:
No local rebates currently available. Contact us for the latest incentive information.
Alberta Provincial Incentives
As a Fort McMurray resident, you also qualify for these provincial incentives:
Medicine Hat Solar Electric Incentive
Available to Alberta residents
Up to $1000
Solar Production Incentive
Available to Alberta residents
Up to $9,000 (residential); $15,000 (commercial)
Solar Club
Available to Alberta residents
Federal Incentives
Canada-wide incentives available to all residents:
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $10,000
Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (Commercial ITC)
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to 30% of eligible costs
Micro-Generation & Net Billing
How Micro-Generation & Net Billing Work in Alberta
Under Alberta's Micro–Generation Regulation, ATCO Electric customers earn full retail–rate credits for excess solar. No interconnection fees. Systems up to 5 MW. Credits applied monthly, unused credits paid out annually.
Solar System Packages
All packages include professional installation, permits, and 25-year warranty.
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WHY TRUST XOLAR
Professional Solar Installation in Fort McMurray
We make going solar simple with our proven installation process. From initial consultation to final activation, our certified team handles everything for Fort McMurray homeowners.
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Northern Solar Specialists
Long summer days (18+ hours of light in June) produce significant solar output year-round.
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Retail-Rate Net Billing
Same Alberta micro-generation benefits as southern cities - full retail-rate credits.
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No Interconnection Fees
ATCO installs the bidirectional meter at no charge.
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Energy Independence
Solar + battery provides resilience in remote northern Alberta.
Solar FAQs for Fort McMurray Residents
Get answers to common questions about solar energy in Fort McMurray.
Yes.
While winters are darker, Fort McMurray’s long summer days (18+ hours of light in June) produce significant solar output.
Annual production of 1,200 kWh/kW is well above the national average.
ATCO Electric handles distribution.
You choose your retailer in Alberta’s deregulated market.
All retailers honour micro-generation credits at full retail rates.
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