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Solar Panels in Yellowknife, NT
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Solar Performance in Yellowknife
System Effectiveness
The Northwest Territories has some of the best potential to produce solar energy in all of Canada. The southern regions of the province possess a great capacity for solar generation, with Yellowknife outperforming the average solar generation in the province. Solar installations in Yellowknife are overall highly efficient, overperforming to an average of 1,095 kWh of electricity per year for every 1 kW installed. The Northwest Territories has the absolute highest electricity costs of all Canadian provinces. In the Northwest Territories the average electricity cost is 41 cents per kWh. This is more than double the Canadian average of 19.2 cents per kWh. The more you pay for electricity – the more you benefit by going solar.
Summer Production 95-100%
Winter Production 60-75%
Average Efficiency 20-22%
Sun Exposure
Subarctic climate with excellent summer sunshine and extended daylight hours
Solar Potential Rating
Outstanding – 1,095 kWh/kW annually (outperforms the provincial average)
• Peak production in summer months
• Consistent year-round energy production
• Solar panels work in all seasons
Key Performance Factors
$3,300/year
Average annual savings
$0.41/kWh (highest in Canada)
Current electricity rate
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Solar Energy Production in Yellowknife
Yellowknife has outstanding solar energy potential, with installations producing an average of 1,095 kWh per kW installed annually - among the highest in all of Canada. This means a typical 10 kW residential system generates approximately 10,950 kWh per year. Yellowknife benefits from extended summer daylight (up to 20 hours around the solstice) and cold temperatures that improve panel efficiency. The subarctic climate provides excellent solar irradiance, particularly from March through September when daylight hours are longest.
Electricity Costs and Savings in Yellowknife
Yellowknife is served by Naka Power (formerly Northland Utilities) at approximately 37-38¢/kWh - nearly double the Canadian average of 19.2¢/kWh. This makes Yellowknife one of the most expensive cities for electricity in Canada. By going solar, Yellowknife homeowners can save approximately $3,300 per year. Over a 25-year system lifespan, that translates to over $82,000 in total savings, with returns growing as electricity rates continue to increase.
Solar Incentives in Yellowknife
Yellowknife residents can access net metering through Naka Power for systems up to 15 kW, receiving credits at the full retail electricity rate. Credits expire annually on March 31st. Important: The Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA) solar rebate ($4/watt up to $20,000) is NOT available in Yellowknife - this program is restricted to communities not on the hydroelectric grid (diesel communities). The federal Greener Homes Grant (closed March 2024) and Greener Homes Loan (closed October 2025) are no longer available. Even without rebates, Yellowknife's high electricity rates make the payback period among the shortest in Canada at 7-10 years.
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What Yellowknife Homeowners Say
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"The company did a great job from beginning to end. The installation crew was very accomodating and professional. My solar system works great and I am happy with it. However, I suggest that prospective customers insist on regular updates and timely communications from the project manager."
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Terry Melanson
"Great phone call, lots of information and details regarding my home and solar panels. The web site made the information more understandable."
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Colleen Mullen
"Lewis made the experience enjoyable and informative."
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Gerry G
"We received a call from a rep from Xolar. He introduced himself and answered all questions. He was great!!! We are just trying to figure out what is the best action to take. We are late 70's and just wanted to figure out if it made sense to invest that amount at our age."
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Hans Jonathan Bosman
"Fantastic customer service initially on the phone, prompt and knowledgeable. I am entirely impressed by their first contact!"
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Areas We Serve in Yellowknife
Professional solar panel installation available in these Yellowknife neighborhoods and communities:
Downtown Yellowknife
Old Town
Niven Lake
Frame Lake
Range Lake
Kam Lake
Grainger
Northlands
Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs
The more you pay for electricity – the more you benefit by going solar.
With electricity costs at 41 cents per kWh – more than double the Canadian average – Yellowknife residents benefit more from solar than almost anywhere else in the country. Choosing solar energy allows you to save money by avoiding these exceptionally high electricity rates.
Local Solar Incentives in Yellowknife
Rebates and incentives available specifically for Yellowknife residents:
No local rebates currently available. Contact us for the latest incentive information.
Northwest Territories Provincial Incentives
As a Yellowknife resident, you also qualify for these provincial incentives:
No provincial rebates currently available. Contact us for the latest incentive information.
Federal Incentives
Canada-wide incentives available to all residents:
Xolar Winter Sale – Heat Pump
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $750
Xolar Winter Sale – Battery
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $2050
Xolar Winter Sale – Solar
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $3000
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $10,000
Tesla Powerwall 3 Rebate
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to $1,400
Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (Commercial ITC)
Available to all Canadian residents
Up to 30% of eligible costs
Net Metering Program
How Net Metering Works in Northwest Territories
Your solar system will connect to the grid in Yellowknife via the Net–Metering program for systems up to 15kW. Excess energy you produce is credited by your power company at the retail electricity rate, balancing out your usage across day and night, as well as summer and winter months. These credits expire annually on March 31st, so it's important that your system is sized based on yearly usage. The extremely high electricity costs in Yellowknife combined with excellent solar potential make it one of the best places in Canada for solar.
Solar System Packages
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Solar FAQs for Yellowknife Residents
Get answers to common questions about solar energy in Yellowknife.
Solar installations in Yellowknife produce an outstanding 1,095 kWh per kW installed annually - among the best in Canada. A 10 kW system generates approximately 10,950 kWh per year. Extended summer daylight and cold temperatures that improve panel efficiency contribute to this excellent production.
Yellowknife is served by Naka Power at approximately 37-38¢/kWh - nearly double the Canadian average. This makes solar an exceptional investment, with typical payback periods of just 7-10 years and annual savings of approximately $3,300.
No. The AEA solar rebate ($4/watt up to $20,000) is only available to communities not on the hydroelectric grid, such as diesel-powered communities. Yellowknife is served by hydroelectric power through Naka Power and is therefore not eligible. However, Yellowknife's high electricity rates mean solar still pays back quickly even without the rebate.
Naka Power offers net metering for systems up to 15 kW. Excess energy is credited at the full retail electricity rate, balancing your usage across day and night and across seasons. Credits expire annually on March 31st, so proper system sizing is important to maximize your investment.
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