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Net Metering Basics

Last updated 05/12/2022

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Key Points

  • Net metering is a billing agreement between solar energy producers and their utility companies that allows many solar owners to get credits for sending their surplus power to the grid
  • Net metering policies are set by individual states to make solar more enticing and increase solar adoption
  • Net metering credits help reduce your monthly electricity bills, you only pay for your net energy use

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