$0 installation
No purchase price, solar loan, or installation payment for qualified properties.
Call (202) 618-1201WASHINGTON, D.C. $0 SOLAR PPA
SOLAR FOR WASHINGTON, D.C. RESIDENTS
Go solar for $0 upfront. Pay $0 for solar power.
Eligible D.C. residents can receive a professionally installed solar system with no out-of-pocket installation cost and a fixed solar rate of $0 per kWh through our partner's Power Purchase Agreement program.
✓ No credit check✓ No income restriction✓ 25-year system warranty
$0
No upfront installation costSubject to property and program eligibility.
$0Cost to join
$0Solar rate per kWh
20Year fixed program term
LOCAL INSTALLATION PARTNERSolar Solution DC
Stanfree Solar helps D.C. residents understand, qualify for, and move through the partner program.
A SIMPLE POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENT
You get the solar power. The provider handles the system.
A third-party solar provider pays to install and owns the panels. Your home uses the solar electricity the system produces at a contracted rate of $0 per kWh, while the provider receives the available tax benefits and solar renewable energy credits.
$0 solar electricity
The solar energy produced by the system is supplied at a fixed $0 per-kWh rate.
Provider maintenance
The system owner monitors and maintains the equipment during the agreement term.
You remain connected to Pepco and may receive a utility bill for electricity not offset by solar production, utility charges, or other applicable fees. Program availability and terms are subject to eligibility and the final signed agreement.
THE D.C. $0 PPA ADVANTAGE
Solar access without buying a system.
Stanfree Solar helps D.C. residents understand the property requirements, agreement terms, and potential bill savings before moving forward.
No out-of-pocket installation
Qualified residents can get solar installed without purchasing the equipment.
No credit requirement
The current partner program is offered without a traditional credit check.
Fixed solar rate
The contracted $0 per-kWh solar rate does not increase during the 20-year term.
Long-term system coverage
The solar system includes a 25-year warranty through the provider.
BUILT FOR HOMES IN THE DISTRICT
D.C. homes need a local solar conversation.
From classic rowhouses and detached homes to flat roofs and shaded streets, every property presents different opportunities. The program is available to D.C. property owners and may be available to renters with landlord approval, subject to the home qualifying.
Capitol HillDeanwoodBrooklandPetworthAnacostiaTakomaCongress HeightsBrightwood
SIMPLE. CLEAR. NO PRESSURE.
Your path to $0 solar in three steps.
Share your energy needs
Tell us about the home and provide a recent electric bill.
Review the home
We look at roof, shade, usage, and potential system fit.
Review the agreement
Understand the $0 PPA terms, system ownership, savings estimate, and next steps.
WASHINGTON, D.C. SOLAR FAQ
Questions homeowners ask before going solar.
Is the Washington, D.C. $0 PPA really zero dollars?+
Under the available $0 PPA option, qualified D.C. residents pay $0 upfront for installation and $0 per kWh for the solar electricity the system produces. You may still receive a Pepco bill for electricity used beyond the system's production and other applicable utility charges.
Who owns and maintains the solar panels?+
The solar provider owns the system during the PPA term and is responsible for system monitoring, maintenance, and covered repairs. The provider also receives the tax incentives and solar renewable energy credits associated with the system.
Is there a credit check or income requirement?+
The current partner program is promoted without a credit check and is available to D.C. property owners regardless of income. Renters may be considered with their landlord's approval. Final eligibility depends on the property, roof, usage, and current program terms.
What happens if I sell my home?+
A PPA is a long-term agreement connected to the solar system on the property. Before signing, review the transfer provisions carefully. If you sell, the agreement generally must be transferred or otherwise resolved according to the contract.
Will solar work on a D.C. rowhouse?+
Often, yes. Rowhouse projects require a careful look at usable roof space, shade, roof condition, electrical capacity, and local permitting. A property review determines whether the home qualifies.
WASHINGTON, D.C. $0 SOLAR PPA
Find out if your property qualifies for $0 solar.
No upfront installation cost. No credit check. Clear terms before you sign.