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CPS Energy Solar Rebate (San Antonio)

$0.60 per watt up to $4,500

CPS Energy is the San Antonio municipal utility and one of the largest in Texas. The CPS Energy Solar Rebate pays $0.60 per watt of installed solar capacity, capped at $4,500 per residence. A typical 6 kW San Antonio install receives the full $3,600. CPS also operates a separate community solar option that allows renters and condo dwellers to subscribe to off-site solar generation — useful for households who cannot install rooftop. The rebate is funded annually by CPS and typically depletes within 6–9 months of fiscal year start. Reservations are first-come first-served.

Eligibility

Who qualifies?

CPS Energy residential customers in San Antonio service territory.

System size cap?

Up to 7.5 kW for the maximum $4,500 rebate.

Income eligibility?

No income cap on the standard rebate. CPS Energy Customer Renewable Energy Solutions (CRES) program offers higher per-kW rebates to income-qualified households.

How to apply for CPS Energy Solar

  1. Find CPS-enrolled installer

    List on CPS Energy website. Most San Antonio installers are enrolled.

  2. Reserve early in fiscal year

    Reservations open at the start of CPS fiscal year and typically deplete within 6–9 months. Apply early.

  3. Install

    Standard 1–3 day install. CPS interconnection typically 4–6 weeks.

  4. Discount applied at invoice

    Installer applies the rebate as a price reduction in the contract.

Stacking with other programs

Stacks with federal 25D (30% post-rebate), Texas property tax exemption, and CPS net metering. No Texas state credit. CPS has historically been one of the most generous utility programs in Texas.

Frequently asked questions

CPS Energy vs Austin Energy — which is better? +
CPS pays more in absolute dollars ($4,500 vs $2,500 flat) but Austin Energy has stronger 1:1 net metering. Austin Energy is in Austin city limits only; CPS serves Bexar County and surrounding.
Stack with Texas property tax exemption? +
Yes. Texas Property Tax Exemption (Form 50-123) applies automatically. CPS rebate does not affect this.
Renter access? +
CPS Community Solar Program lets renters subscribe to off-site solar at $/month — no installation needed.

Official program page: https://www.cpsenergy.com/en/about-us/programs-services/solar.html

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