Solar Calculator Quebec City — 2026 Savings Estimate
Quebec City receives 2,010 sun hours/year. See how much you can save with solar panels powered by Hydro-Quebec electricity rates.
2,010
Sun Hours/Year
$90/mo
Avg Electricity Bill
Hydro-Quebec
Primary Utility
7 kW
Avg System Size
Solar Energy in Quebec City, Quebec
Quebec City is well-positioned for residential solar energy. According to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) solar irradiance data, Quebec City receives 2,010 sun hours per year. With an average monthly electricity bill of $90 from Hydro-Quebec, homeowners can see significant savings by going solar.
A typical 7 kW solar system in Quebec City 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 Quebec City 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.
Individual homeowners are not eligible for the federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (limited by the Canada Revenue Agency to taxable Canadian corporations and REITs). With rising electricity rates, solar panel payback periods in Quebec City are typically 18 years on average, with 15+ years of production beyond that.
Electricity Rates in Quebec City
Learn more about connecting solar with your utility: Hydro-Quebec Solar Connection Guide
Solar Incentives Available in Quebec City
No federal tax credit for homeowners in 2026
The federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit is limited to taxable Canadian corporations and REIT mutual fund trusts — individual homeowners cannot claim it. The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed. The Canada Greener Homes Loan stopped accepting new applications on 1 October 2025. Provincial and municipal programs are the routes available to Quebec City homeowners.
How Much Can You Save With Solar in Quebec City?
Estimates based on 7 kW system, 2010 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 Quebec City Solar
- • NRCan Solar Resource Data — Sun hours and solar irradiance for Quebec City
- • NRCan Photovoltaic Potential Maps — Address-level solar output estimates
- • Canada Revenue Agency: Clean Technology ITC eligibility — Confirms the credit is available only to taxable Canadian corporations and REITs (business only, not individual homeowners)
- • Hydro-Québec Rate D — Residential electricity rates
- • Open Canada: Solar Radiation Data — Annual solar radiation dataset
— Data sources: NRCan, Hydro-Quebec, Government of Canada
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada (46.81°N, 71.21°W)