Solar panels in Whitehorse, Yukon

Whitehorse benefits from extended summer daylight – nearly 20 hours of sunlight per day around the summer solstice. Solar panels in Whitehorse produce approximately 1,050-1,100 kWh per kW installed annually. While winter days are short, the long summer days compensate significantly, and cold temperatures actually improve solar panel efficiency. A 10 kW system in Whitehorse can generate approximately 10,500-11,000 kWh per year. Whitehorse’s latitude means seasonal production varies dramatically – most generation occurs between April and September.

As of January 16, 2026, Yukon’s micro-generation program for grid-tied solar has been paused indefinitely due to grid stability concerns. No new applications for grid-connected solar systems are being accepted in Whitehorse. When the program was active, it was not true 1:1 net metering – instead, Yukon Energy purchased excess generation annually at $0.21/kWh, capped at 65% of the system’s modelled output. The Good Energy Incentive Program ($800/kW up to $5,000) remains available for off-grid solar installations. Contact us for the latest information on program reopening timelines.

ATCO Electric Yukon distributes electricity to Whitehorse residents at a Block 1 rate of approximately 28.4 cents/kWh following a ~33.8% rate increase on April 1, 2026. This is well above the Canadian average. With rates trending upward, producing your own solar energy helps protect Whitehorse homeowners from future increases. However, the current micro-generation pause means homeowners should plan carefully with professional guidance on timing their solar investment.