Ohio still offers 1 to 1 net metering for residential solar through 2026. Exported kWh credits at the full retail supply rate. The 30 percent federal ITC plus 1 to 1 net metering keeps Ohio residential solar payback at 8 to 9 years for a typical 6.5 kW system. AEP Ohio, Duke Energy Ohio, and FirstEnergy all support residential solar interconnection.
1 to 1 net metering in Ohio
Ohio AEP, Duke, FirstEnergy all credit exported kWh at the full retail supply rate. The credit applies to the same monthly bill cycle.
Excess generation rolls forward to subsequent months. Annual true-up zeroes the credit at the end of the contract year.
Install cost + payback math
A typical Ohio 6.5 kW system installs for $19,500 to $21,500. Net of 30 percent ITC: $13,650 to $15,050 out of pocket.
Annual savings on a typical Ohio bill: $1,400 to $1,800 in supply portion. Payback 8 to 9 years; system lifespan 25+ years.
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