Solar panels in New Brunswick
New Brunswick has some of Atlantic Canada's strongest solar economics — NB Power at 15.39¢/kWh, 1:1 net metering, and 1,130–1,150 kWh/kW production province-wide. We've completed hundreds of installs here, from Fredericton and Moncton out to Bathurst, Miramichi and the Acadian Peninsula, with most homes reaching payback in 9–13 years.
Cold, clear NB winters actually help — panels run more efficiently in the cold. The catch worth knowing: NB Power's THESP rebate closed to new registrations in May 2026, and a net-metering change is proposed for April 2027, so connecting sooner protects today's terms across the province.
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Cities we serve in New Brunswick
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Fredericton — 5.3 kW rooftop
Completed May 2024
"Since installing solar panels with a battery, my power bill has been cut in half — and during two recent outages, I barely noticed the power was out."
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What 188 New Brunswick installs tell us
Aggregated from completed Xolar systems across New Brunswick — first-hand data, not industry averages.
New Brunswick systems run larger than the ~10 kW national average — bigger river-valley roofs and electric-heat loads. Battery attach is still rare here, but the proposed 2027 net-metering change is starting to shift that conversation.
New Brunswick energy & net metering
Consistent across every NB Power service area.
How your system works behind the meter
Most of a New Brunswick system's value comes from power used behind the meter — electricity your panels make and your home uses on the spot, offsetting energy you'd otherwise buy at 15.39¢/kWh. Only the surplus flows past the meter to NB Power for 1:1 net-metering credit.
Rebates & incentives in New Brunswick
Local, provincial, federal and Xolar in-house — covering all available programs for New Brunswick homeowners.
188 installs across New Brunswick · 549 nationwide
Completed Xolar installations — each dot represents a city where we've installed solar.
What New Brunswick homeowners say
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"Great information. Very knowledgeable and easy to understand the process"
"There were some delays with the project, but we felt they were understandable and not unreasonable delays. Xolar representatives were fairly good at responding to our inquiries throughout the (long) process from initial sign-up, through the funding application process, and then the installation and activation process. The installation process was performed respectfully and efficiently on our property.Considering how many moving parts there were to this process, and how many various organizations were involved (federal government, provincial government, municipal electricity, energy audit organization, etc.) that Xolar needed to work with, we are overall very satisfied with the experience."
"Satisfied with the final product but long delays and poor communication was a deception for me. It took almost 1 year to complete the project"
"A bit longer than expected to complete the project, but so happy with the results!"
"Working with Xolar was straightforward and simple. They took care of all the details, assisted me with government programs and responded to questions promptly. I’m particularly pleased with Lauren who was always available to me when I needed anything at all!"
"I am happy with the finalized project but the entire process took 8 months. This was longer than I expected. Xolar was very helpful with all questions and concerns that I had during the process."
New Brunswick solar questions
Is solar worth it in New Brunswick?
Yes.
NB Power rates have risen significantly in recent years (two 9.7% increases in 2024-2025, plus a 4.29% EUB-approved increase effective April 14, 2026, bringing the rate to 15.39¢/kWh).
Solar panels let you produce your own power for 25-30 years, reducing your exposure to rising rates.
The THESP rebate registration closed May 27, 2026; if you already registered, installs must be complete by January 31, 2027.
NB Power net metering (1:1 at 15.39¢/kWh) makes the economics strong.
Payback is 9-13 years, followed by 15-20 years of near-free power.
How much does solar cost in New Brunswick?
A typical 6-8 kW system costs $21,000-$26,000 before incentives.
The Total Home Energy Savings Program rebate is $200/kW (flat rate) with a maximum of $3,000; registration for new applicants closed May 27, 2026, so existing registered applicants should confirm their status.
The payback period is 9-13 years.
What is the best solar company in New Brunswick?
Choose an installer experienced with both NB Power and Saint John Energy net metering programs (they have different rules).
Xolar serves 4 New Brunswick cities, has a 4.6-star Google rating from 800+ Google reviews, and handles all THESP rebate paperwork and utility connections.
Does New Brunswick have net metering, and how does it work?
Yes.
NB Power’s net metering credits every kilowatt-hour your solar system sends to the grid against the power you later draw back, at the same retail rate.
Credits carry from month to month, and any unused balance resets to zero once a year on March 31.
Systems up to 100 kW qualify.
What happens to my net-metering credits at the end of the year?
Under NB Power’s current rules, banked kilowatt-hour credits carry over month to month but are set to zero every March 31 rather than paid out in cash.
A properly sized system is designed to use those credits within the year, so most of your production offsets your own bill instead of expiring.
Is NB Power's net metering program changing?
NB Power filed proposed changes with the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board in April 2026, with a proposed effective date of April 1, 2027.
The main change would add a demand charge that applies specifically to residential net-metering (solar) customers.
The changes are still pending regulatory approval and are not yet in effect.
Should I install solar before the net-metering changes take effect?
Possibly, if you can apply soon.
Under NB Power’s proposal, which still needs approval from the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board (its hearing is scheduled for October 19–30, 2026), customers with an approved net-metering application by October 31, 2026, and a passed inspection by October 31, 2027, would keep the current net-metering terms from April 1, 2027 until March 31, 2037.
Applications approved after October 31, 2026 would fall under the new structure, including the proposed demand charge.
Because the proposal is not yet approved, treat these dates as provisional.
What solar rebates are available in New Brunswick in 2026?
Both federal homeowner programs have closed: the Canada Greener Homes Grant ended in 2024 and the Greener Homes Loan closed to new applications in October 2025, so there is no federal cash incentive for residential solar today.
Provincial program details change over time, so we confirm every incentive you currently qualify for as part of your quote.
The larger ongoing benefit in New Brunswick is net metering paired with a rising retail electricity rate.
How much does electricity cost in New Brunswick?
NB Power’s residential rate is about 15.39 cents per kilowatt-hour as of April 2026, following a 4.29 percent increase.
Rates have climbed steadily, which is part of what makes solar attractive here: every kilowatt-hour you generate offsets power at that retail rate, and net metering gives your surplus the same value.
Do I need a permit to install solar in New Brunswick?
Yes, and Xolar handles it.
A grid-tied system needs a Net Metering Interconnection Application and written approval from NB Power before it can be connected, an electrical permit, and a final electrical inspection by the New Brunswick Department of Public Safety.
We manage the interconnection application, permitting and inspection coordination as part of every installation.
Does solar work through New Brunswick winters?
Yes.
Panels generate power whenever there is daylight, not only in summer, and they run slightly more efficiently in cold, clear conditions.
Net metering is what balances the seasons: your system banks credits through the long days of spring and summer and draws them back down through the shorter days of winter, so you are effectively using your own solar year-round.
Solar Panel Costs & Savings in New Brunswick
A typical residential solar installation in New Brunswick costs $3.00 to $3.75 per watt, putting a 6-8 kW system in the $21,000 to $26,000 range before incentives. After any applicable Total Home Energy Savings rebate, the net cost is reduced further.
NB Power rates have increased significantly in recent years, with the rate now at 15.39¢/kWh following a 4.29% EUB-approved increase effective April 14, 2026. Solar panels let you produce your own power for 25-30 years, reducing your exposure to future NB Power rate increases and providing long-term savings.
The typical payback period in New Brunswick is 9-13 years, after which you benefit from 15-20 years of near-zero electricity costs.
New Brunswick Solar Incentives (2026)
Total Home Energy Savings Program
New Brunswick’s Total Home Energy Savings Program offered a flat $200/kW rebate (up to $3,000) for qualifying solar PV installations. Registration closed May 27, 2026; no new applicants are being accepted. Registered applicants must have installations complete by January 31, 2027. Contact saveenergynb.ca to confirm the status of any existing registration.
NB Power Net Metering
New Brunswick’s net metering program allows homeowners with grid-connected solar to earn credits for excess energy exported to the grid at the full retail rate (currently 15.39¢/kWh). NB Power credits your account for surplus generation, offsetting your electricity costs during lower-production winter months. Credits expire annually on March 31, so sizing your system to your annual usage is important.
Disclosure: NB Power has filed a proposal, pending EUB approval, to change net metering from April 1, 2027: new customers would move to a three-part rate with a demand charge, and exports would be credited at a value-of-solar rate instead of 1:1, with final rates set in the 2027/28 rate application. Customers with an approved net-metering application by October 31, 2026 and a passed inspection by October 31, 2027 would keep the current terms for ten years. It has not yet been approved.
Federal Greener Homes Programs – Closed
The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in February 2024, and the Greener Homes Loan closed October 1, 2025. Neither is available to new applicants. Provincial incentives through the Total Home Energy Savings Program (registration now closed) were the primary complementary option.
Xolar's New Brunswick Service Areas
Xolar installs solar panels across 4 New Brunswick cities:
- Solar panels Moncton – Southern NB, NB Power territory, 1,144 kWh/kW annually
- Solar installation Saint John – Saint John Energy (operates independently from NB Power)
- Solar panels Fredericton – Capital city, NB Power net metering at 15.39¢/kWh
- Solar installation Dieppe – Greater Moncton area, growing solar community
Note: Saint John Energy operates independently from NB Power. While NB Power offers 1:1 net metering credits at retail rate (expiring March 31 annually), Saint John Energy credits excess generation at its avoided cost, currently 8.50¢/kWh (set at 90% of what SJE pays for wholesale power) – well below the retail rate. This difference affects how you should size your system, and we help you optimize for your specific utility. NB Power charges a meter-change and service fee for grid connection; budget for this in your total installation cost.
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