Generate & certify
1 SREC / 1,000 kWh
An eligible, certified solar system earns certificates based on recorded production. DCPSC certification and registration in the relevant tracking system are required.
Local grants, credits & programs
Washington, DC solar incentives
Explore a high-value SREC market and income-qualified or commercial program options.
Among the nation’s highest-value SREC markets
DC solar can generate
valuable certificate income.
$372.50 / SREC
Flett Exchange’s published sell-now price for 2026-vintage DC SRECs on October 19, 2026. This is a dated market example—not a guaranteed price or fixed program payment. Brokerage terms and fees may affect proceeds.
A simple illustration
10,000 kWh of eligible generation = 10 SRECs. At the dated $372.50 example price, that is $3,725 gross, before fees. Actual production and selling prices vary; this is not a yearly income guarantee.
How DC SRECs work.
Keep or assign the rights
Your contract determines who owns the certificates. Buying, leasing, PPAs and program-sponsored systems can have different SREC ownership terms.
Sell into the market
Owners may sell through a broker or aggregator under spot or contract terms. Future prices can rise or fall. The solar alternative compliance payment is a supplier compliance fee, not a guaranteed owner payout.
Confirm current eligibility with DCPSC. We do not assume a new Maryland or Virginia installation can qualify for the DC market.
Additional DC programs.
Solar for All
Income-qualified support
DOEE’s program aims to cut participating households’ electricity bills by 50% over 15 years through rooftop or community solar. Eligibility and participation terms apply; DCSEU’s application currently states new submissions are waitlisted.
DCSEU commercial incentives
Project-specific amounts
Custom incentives may support qualifying solar and energy-efficiency projects for businesses, institutions and multifamily buildings. Obtain a project review and written approval before relying on an amount.
DC Green Bank / DC PACE
Financing, not a rebate
Eligible commercial, nonprofit and multifamily owners may finance clean energy improvements through approved financing pathways. Repayment, underwriting and assessments apply.
Sources & program verification
Reviewed October 19, 2026. Primary program sources and dated market information: