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Solar Panels in Windsor, ON
Professional solar panel installation serving 6 neighborhoods in Windsor. Save $2,300/year with ENWIN Utilities.
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Solar Performance in Windsor
System Effectiveness
Solar panels in Windsor 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
Warmest in Canada with mild winters
Solar Potential Rating
Excellent – 1,200 kWh/kW annually (highest in Ontario)
• 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
9.8¢-20.3¢/kWh (TOU, OEB RPP)
Current electricity rate
6
Neighborhoods served
Solar Panels in Windsor, Ontario - Highest Production in the Province
Windsor is the southernmost city in Ontario and produces the highest solar output in the province at 1,200 kWh/kW. ENWIN Utilities distributes electricity. Windsor’s location gives it more sunshine than Toronto, Ottawa, or anywhere else in Ontario, making it one of the province’s best cities for solar ROI.
Ontario’s net metering program credits excess solar at the full retail rate. With Time-of-Use billing, solar earns maximum value during on-peak hours (20.3¢/kWh). HRSP ($5K solar + battery at $300/kWh up to $5K) or net metering available – but not both.
Ontario HRSP - Up to $10,000 for Solar + Battery
Ontario’s Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP), launched January 2025, offers:
- Up to $5,000 for solar panels ($1,000/kW)
- Battery storage at $300/kWh up to $5,000 (requires approximately 13.3 kWh to reach the cap)
- Maximum total program rebate: $12,000 (across all eligible upgrades)
Important – HRSP vs. Net Metering: Solar installed under HRSP must be sized for on-site load displacement only – net metering is not permitted under HRSP. If you prefer net metering (earning 1:1 credits for excess solar), you would not apply through HRSP. Your Xolar advisor can help determine which option provides the best return.
Note: The Canada Greener Homes Grant (closed March 2024) and Greener Homes Loan (closed October 2025) are no longer available.
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What Windsor Homeowners Say
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"My telephone discussion was very informative. It provided me with an understanding of the impending solar project. Thank you."
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Chinedu Ijoma
"Session was very informative, took the time to explain everything, great session."
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Gilles Ouellette
"Great service. Provides tons of information o which we can make an informed decision"
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Stephen Hunt
"Great service from Vivek. Was a pleasure talking to him about the future of my home ."
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Kai Nath
"I was overall very pleased with my experience with Xolar. The knowledgeable sales team addressed all my questions and presented multiple solutions. I would definitely work with Xolar again regarding all things solar."
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Areas We Serve in Windsor
Professional solar panel installation available in these Windsor neighborhoods and communities:
Downtown Windsor
Walkerville
Riverside
South Windsor
West End
East Windsor
Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs
The more you pay for electricity, the more you benefit by going solar.
Ontario’s Time–of–Use electricity rates range from 9.8¢/kWh (off–peak) to 20.3¢/kWh (on–peak), with mid–peak at 15.7¢/kWh (OEB RPP, Nov 2025–Oct 2026). Windsor electricity is distributed by ENWIN Utilities. Solar panels generate most during daytime on–peak hours, earning you credits at the highest rate. The Ontario Electricity Rebate provides a 23.5% discount on your bill.
Local Solar Incentives in Windsor
Rebates and incentives available specifically for Windsor residents:
No local rebates currently available. Contact us for the latest incentive information.
Ontario Provincial Incentives
As a Windsor resident, you also qualify for these provincial incentives:
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Heat Pump
Available to Ontario residents
Up to $7,500
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Solar
Available to Ontario residents
Up to $5,000
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Battery
Available to Ontario residents
Up to $5,000
Federal Incentives
Canada-wide incentives available to all residents:
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
Xolar In-House Offers
Limited-time promotions and pricing offers from Xolar directly, separate from any government grant or program:
Spring 2026 Sale – Heat Pump
Xolar promotion available to Windsor residents
Up to $675
Spring 2026 Sale – Battery
Xolar promotion available to Windsor residents
Up to $1825
Spring 2026 Sale – Solar
Xolar promotion available to Windsor residents
Up to $2800
Net Metering Program
How Net Metering Works in Ontario
ENWIN Utilities offers 1:1 net metering – excess solar earns credits at the full retail rate. With Time–of–Use billing, on–peak credits at 20.3¢/kWh are worth more than twice off–peak. Credits roll over for 12 months. As of May 1, 2026, the residential simplified micro–embedded generation connection threshold was raised to 12 kW (net metering itself remains available for systems up to 500 kW). Ontario's HRSP offers solar rebates and battery at $300/kWh up to $5,000, but solar under HRSP must be sized for load displacement only – net metering is not permitted under HRSP. Customers must choose one or the other.
Solar System Packages
All packages include professional installation, permits, and 25-year warranty.
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Professional Solar Installation in Windsor
We make going solar simple with our proven installation process. From initial consultation to final activation, our certified team handles everything for Windsor homeowners.
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Free Consultation
We assess your home's solar potential, energy needs, and discuss available Windsor incentives.
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Custom System Design
Our engineers create a detailed system design optimized for Windsor's climate and your home.
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Permitting & Paperwork
We handle all Windsor permits, utility applications, and rebate paperwork.
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Professional Installation
Our certified installers complete the job in 1-2 days, familiar with Windsor building codes.
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Activation & Monitoring
We connect your system to the grid and set up 24/7 performance monitoring.
Solar FAQs for Windsor Residents
Get answers to common questions about solar energy in Windsor.
Windsor has the highest solar production in Ontario at 1,200 kWh/kW – the southernmost major city in the province gets more sunshine than Toronto, Ottawa, or anywhere else in Ontario.
7-10 years – among the shortest in Ontario thanks to the highest production in the province.
HRSP ($5K solar + battery at $300/kWh up to $5K) or net metering available.
ENWIN Utilities distributes electricity in Windsor.
Ontario’s Time-of-Use rates: 9.8¢ off-peak, 15.7¢ mid-peak, 20.3¢ on-peak (OEB RPP, Nov 2025-Oct 2026).
The Ontario Electricity Rebate provides a 23.5% discount.
ENWIN Utilities offers 1:1 net metering – excess solar earns credits at the full retail rate.
Credits roll over for 12 months.
As of May 1, 2026, the residential threshold is 12 kW.
Note: Solar under HRSP cannot use net metering – customers must choose between the HRSP rebate or net metering credits.
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