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British Columbia Commercial Solar Incentives (2026)

BC businesses and multi-unit buildings can get up to $10,000 for solar and $10,000 for batteries from BC Hydro, stack the 30% federal ITC, and pay no PST on equipment.
Incentive
Up to $10,000 solar + $10,000 battery (BC Hydro, systems under 100 kW) + 30% Clean Technology ITC
Status
Open
Who it's for
Commercial
Last verified
October 10, 2026
At a glance · Businesses & multi-unit buildings

Since May 13, 2025, BC Hydro offers businesses and multi-family buildings up to $10,000 for solar and $10,000 for battery storage on systems under 100 kW. Incorporated businesses add the 30% Clean Technology ITC.

The stack

IncentiveValue
BC Hydro solar rebateUp to $10,000 (businesses & multi-family)
BC Hydro battery rebateUp to $10,000
Social housing & remote microgridsUp to $50,000 each for solar and storage
Clean Technology ITC30% refundable (20% without labour election)

The rebate offer covers solar and batteries under 100 kW approved under BC Hydro's self-generation program; as of May 13, 2025, multi-family buildings and businesses receive up to $10,000 each for solar and storage[1]. Corporations claim the refundable ITC[2]; the rebate reduces the ITC cost base.

Why we assess first

Demand charges still apply, so we model load and demand, confirm rebate and ITC eligibility, and size to on-site use.

Homeowner? See the BC Hydro home rebate.

Can a business combine the BC Hydro rebate and the ITC?
Generally yes, but the rebate reduces the cost base the ITC is calculated on.
What is the size limit?
The rebate offer covers self-generation systems under 100 kW.
ReviewedOctober 11, 2026
Next reviewJanuary 11, 2027
AudienceBusinesses

Confirm current terms with BC Hydro and a tax professional. General information, not tax or financial advice.

GriffEnergy Research Team
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