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Saskatoon receives 2,450 sun hours/year. See how much you can save with solar panels powered by SaskPower electricity rates.

2,450

Sun Hours/Year

$160/mo

Avg Electricity Bill

SaskPower

Primary Utility

9 kW

Avg System Size

Solar Energy in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Saskatoon is one of Canada's sunniest cities, making it an excellent location for residential solar energy. According to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) solar irradiance data, Saskatoon receives 2,450 sun hours per year. With an average monthly electricity bill of $160 from SaskPower, homeowners can see significant savings by going solar.

A typical 9 kW solar system in Saskatoon produces approximately 1,944 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 Saskatoon is SaskPower, serving the majority of residential customers. Saskatchewan 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 Saskatoon are now 9 years on average, meaning your system generates free electricity for 16+ additional years.

Electricity Rates in Saskatoon

Utility ProviderSaskPower
Average Rate14.5¢/kWh
Rate Structuretiered
Average Monthly Bill$160

Learn more about connecting solar with your utility: SaskPower Solar Connection Guide

Solar Incentives Available in Saskatoon

Federal: 30% Clean Technology ITC

All Saskatoon homeowners qualify for the federal 30% Investment Tax Credit on solar installations. On a $30,600 system, this saves approximately $9,180.

How Much Can You Save With Solar in Saskatoon?

Typical system size9 kW
Estimated system cost (before incentives)$30,600
Estimated cost after federal ITC$21,420
Estimated annual savings$1,580/year
Estimated payback period9 years
25-year savings$40,685

Estimates based on 9 kW system, 2450 sun hours/year, and current SaskPower rates. Your actual savings may vary based on roof orientation, shading, and consumption patterns.

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Data Sources & References for Saskatoon Solar

— Data sources: NRCan, SaskPower, Government of Canada

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada (52.13°N, 106.67°W)