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Solar Panels in Calgary, AB
Professional solar panel installation serving 24 neighborhoods in Calgary. Save $2,200/year with ENMAX.
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Solar Performance in Calgary
System Effectiveness
Calgary is one of the sunniest major cities in Canada, receiving over 330 days of sunshine annually. With Alberta’s deregulated electricity market and the ENMAX Micro-Generation program, Calgary homeowners can generate their own power, earn bill credits for excess energy, and protect themselves from Alberta’s rapidly rising electricity rates — which increased 119% from January 2023 to January 2024.
Summer Production 95-100%
Winter Production 60-75%
Average Efficiency 20-22%
Sun Exposure
Continental climate with chinook winds, cold winters down to -30°C, hot summers, and exceptional solar irradiance — Alberta's sweet spot for solar generation
Solar Potential Rating
Exceptional – 1,292 kWh/kW annually (2nd highest in Canada, outperforming most provinces)
• Peak production in summer months
• Consistent year-round energy production
• Solar panels work in all seasons
Key Performance Factors
$2,200/year
Average annual savings
$0.16/kWh (increased 119% from Jan 2023 to Jan 2024)
Current electricity rate
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Neighborhoods served
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"Chris is excellent to deal with..explains everything really well!"
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"Prompt reply. Knowledgeable responder. Very pleasant."
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"Working with Chris was great! Solar parts ordered, delivery was arranged efficiently, parts arrived in perfect order. 5 Stars!"
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"Christian is knowledgeable and took his time to explain the whole process to me."
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"Representative was clear, answered questions concisely and with confidence."
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Areas We Serve in Calgary
Professional solar panel installation available in these Calgary neighborhoods and communities:
Downtown Calgary
Beltline
Kensington
Inglewood
Bridgeland
Marda Loop
Mission
Altadore
Parkdale
Hillhurst
Ramsay
Eau Claire
Bankview
Crescent Heights
Sunalta
Lower Mount Royal
Chinatown
East Village
Airdrie
Cochrane
Okotoks
Chestermere
Strathmore
High River
Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs
The more you pay for electricity – the more you benefit by going solar.
Alberta has the third highest electricity costs of Canadian provinces. The Alberta Energy Board raised all rates by 20% in 2024 alone, and urban centers like Calgary have seen the worst of these rate hikes. With energy prices expected to continue rising, going solar protects you from increasing costs by generating your own power. Calgary’s deregulated market also creates unique opportunities like the Solar Club program, which lets you earn higher export rates in summer and lower import rates in winter.
Local Solar Incentives in Calgary
Rebates and incentives available specifically for Calgary residents:
No local rebates currently available. Contact us for the latest incentive information.
Alberta Provincial Incentives
As a Calgary resident, you also qualify for these provincial incentives:
Solar Club
Available to Alberta residents
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 Alberta
Calgary homeowners connect to ENMAX's Micro-Generation program. Your home uses the solar power you generate first. Extra power is sent back to ENMAX's grid automatically, and you earn credits on your monthly bill for every kilowatt-hour exported — at the same retail rate you pay for power. At night, you draw from the grid as usual. Credits roll forward to offset future usage, and can reduce your energy charge to zero. To qualify, you must own or lease your property, your system must be sized for your annual household usage, and installation must meet Alberta's safety and technical standards.
Solar System Packages
All packages include professional installation, permits, and 25-year warranty.
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WHY TRUST XOLAR
Professional Solar Installation in Calgary
We make going solar simple with our proven installation process. From initial consultation to final activation, our certified team handles everything for Calgary homeowners.
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ENMAX Micro-Generation Experts
We have extensive experience with ENMAX Micro-Generation approvals and handle all permits, interconnection applications, and inspections from start to finish.
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Designed for Calgary's Climate
Our systems are engineered to withstand Calgary's cold winters, chinook winds, and hot summers — using premium equipment rated for extreme temperature variations.
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Maximize Your Solar Club Savings
We help you take advantage of Alberta's deregulated market, including the Solar Club program that lets you earn higher export rates in summer and save on import rates in winter.
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Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer
As a certified Tesla Powerwall installer, we can add battery backup to protect your home during outages while maximizing your solar investment.
Solar FAQs for Calgary Residents
Get answers to common questions about solar energy in Calgary.
ENMAX’s Micro-Generation program lets you generate renewable power, use it in your home, and send excess back to the grid for bill credits. Your home uses solar power first, extra power flows to ENMAX automatically, and you earn credits at the same retail rate you pay. Credits roll forward to offset future usage and can reduce your energy charge to zero. You must own or lease your property, and your system must be sized for your annual household usage.
The Solar Club is a program offered by select Alberta retailers that lets you switch between rate plans seasonally. In summer when your panels produce the most, you can use high export rates to earn more from surplus power. In winter when you rely more on the grid, you switch to low import rates. This flexible switching can significantly boost your total annual return on investment when paired with ENMAX Micro-Generation.
Yes — and Calgary’s cold, sunny winters are actually excellent for solar. Solar panels are more efficient in cold temperatures, and Calgary’s 330+ days of sunshine means consistent production year-round. Our systems are designed to withstand heavy snow loads and extreme temperature swings from -30°C winters to +30°C summers. Snow typically slides off or melts quickly on angled panels.
Solar installations in Calgary require electrical permits and must meet Alberta’s safety and technical standards. We handle all permitting, the ENMAX interconnection application, inspections, and approvals as part of our turnkey service — you don’t need to deal with any paperwork.
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