Solar Calculator Montreal — 2026 Savings Estimate
Montreal receives 2,051 sun hours/year. See how much you can save with solar panels powered by Hydro-Quebec electricity rates.
2,051
Sun Hours/Year
$95/mo
Avg Electricity Bill
Hydro-Quebec
Primary Utility
7 kW
Avg System Size
Solar Energy in Montreal, Quebec
Montreal is well-positioned for residential solar energy. According to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) solar irradiance data, Montreal receives 2,051 sun hours per year. With an average monthly electricity bill of $95 from Hydro-Quebec, homeowners can see significant savings by going solar.
A typical 7 kW solar system in Montreal produces approximately 1,092 kWh per year, enough to offset a significant portion of average household electricity consumption. You can verify solar potential for your specific address using the NRCan Photovoltaic Potential Map.
The primary utility in Montreal is Hydro-Quebec, serving the majority of residential customers. Quebec offers net metering, allowing you to earn credits for surplus solar energy exported to the grid.
With the federal 30% Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit and increasing electricity rates, solar panel payback periods in Montreal are now 18 years on average, meaning your system generates free electricity for 7+ additional years.
Electricity Rates in Montreal
Learn more about connecting solar with your utility: Hydro-Quebec Solar Connection Guide
Solar Incentives Available in Montreal
Federal: 30% Clean Technology ITC
All Montreal homeowners qualify for the federal 30% Investment Tax Credit on solar installations. On a $23,800 system, this saves approximately $7,140.
How Much Can You Save With Solar in Montreal?
Estimates based on 7 kW system, 2051 sun hours/year, and current Hydro-Quebec rates. Your actual savings may vary based on roof orientation, shading, and consumption patterns.
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Learn moreData Sources & References for Montreal Solar
- • NRCan Solar Resource Data — Sun hours and solar irradiance for Montreal
- • NRCan Photovoltaic Potential Maps — Address-level solar output estimates
- • Government of Canada: Clean Technology ITC — Federal 30% solar tax credit details
- • Hydro-Québec Rate D — Residential electricity rates
- • Open Canada: Solar Radiation Data — Annual solar radiation dataset
— Data sources: NRCan, Hydro-Quebec, Government of Canada
Montreal, Quebec, Canada (45.50°N, 73.57°W)