Solar in Michigan
Key Solar Metrics
20.0¢/kWh
4.5 peak sun hours
854 kWh/kW
Net Billing
2 active programs
Michigan Net Billing (Distributed Generation)
Mixed
Major Utilities
Solar Landscape in Michigan
Michigan's electricity market includes both investor-owned utilities and cooperative/municipal providers. Utility-specific solar programs vary by provider. Residential customers should check with their specific utility provider for available solar incentive programs, interconnection requirements, and export credit rates.
Permitting
Michigan follows local jurisdiction permitting for residential solar installations. Permitting requirements and timelines vary by county and municipality. Homeowners should contact their local building department for specific permit requirements, fees, and inspection schedules. Some jurisdictions in Michigan have adopted streamlined solar permitting processes to reduce installation timelines.
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Solar Incentives & Rebates
Some incentive data is provisional and subject to verification. Programs may change — check official sources before making decisions.
State Programs
Michigan Net Billing (Distributed Generation)
Michigan transitioned to distributed generation tariffs. New customers receive inflow/outflow billing with export credits below retail. Legacy NM customers grandfathered.
Michigan Property Tax Exemption for Solar
Solar energy systems may qualify for alternative energy personal property tax exemption in Michigan.
Michigan Distributed Generation Tariff
- Policy Type
- Net Billing
- Credit Type
- Time of Use
- System Size Cap
- 550 kW
- Annual Credit Rollover
- No
- Effective Date
- March 13, 2025
Run the Numbers for Michigan
Solar in Michigan costs $3.05–$3.96 per watt
National average: $3.36/W
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