Solar Installation Near Providence, RI

Providence County Solar Power

If you’re exploring solar energy in Providence County, Newport Solar installs solar for homeowners and businesses across the region. Since 2009, we have helped residents in Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket, Johnston, Smithfield, Woonsocket, and surrounding communities make the move to solar energy.

Our work focuses on thoughtful system design and long-term performance. From the first consultation through installation, our in-house team manages the process with no subcontractors and no handoffs. We also keep communication clear throughout the project.

With over 1,000 installations completed, we take pride in delivering clean, custom systems that integrate seamlessly with the homes and buildings we serve.

Why Go Solar in Providence County, Rhode Island

As one of the leading solar companies in Providence County, we work with homeowners and commercial property owners who consider solar for long-term energy savings, a cleaner energy future, and reduced reliance on utility-supplied electricity.

• Saving Money: Many Providence County homeowners and business owners are interested in the financial advantages of solar energy. Utility costs can change over time, while generating electricity on your own property may help reduce the amount of power you purchase from the grid. The financial impact of solar depends on the system, energy use, available incentives, and other project-specific factors.

• Clean Energy: Many residents and business owners in Providence County are motivated to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a cleaner energy future for Rhode Island. For home and business owners concerned about the local environment, solar installation can be one way to reduce reliance on grid-supplied electricity.

• More Independence: With solar power, generating your own electricity can help reduce reliance on the utility and offset a portion of your electricity costs. Paired with battery backup, a solar installation in Providence County may also provide backup power during an outage, depending on how the system is designed and which electrical loads are connected to it.

Solar Incentives in Providence County, Rhode Island

Several Rhode Island solar incentives and programs may be available to Providence County homeowners and businesses, depending on the project and current eligibility requirements.

• Rhode Island REF Grant Solar Program: The Rhode Island Renewable Energy Fund (REF) Grant supports eligible net-metered solar projects. Homeowners may qualify for the Small-Scale Solar Program, while businesses, nonprofits, and other larger facilities may qualify through the Commercial Scale Solar Program. Newport Solar applies for the REF grant on the customer’s behalf. Funding is limited and subject to program eligibility and availability.

• Rhode Island Net Metering: Rhode Island’s net metering policy allows eligible homeowners and businesses with solar to receive bill credits for electricity generated by their system under the program’s current rules. Net Metering can be paired with an eligible REF grant, but it cannot be combined with the Renewable Energy Growth Program.

• ConnectedSolutions Battery Incentive: The ConnectedSolutions program may provide incentives to eligible battery owners who allow their battery to discharge during designated peak-demand events. Incentive amounts depend on battery performance and current program requirements.

• Renewable Energy Growth Program (REG): The REG program provides a separate path for eligible solar projects through a long-term tariff based on system generation. REG cannot be combined with the REF grant or Net Metering, so the available options should be considered before the project is finalized.

Incentive structures, funding levels, and eligibility requirements can change. If you have questions about solar incentives in Providence County, our team can explain the current options, including financing, and help you understand which programs may apply to your project.

Working With Professional Solar Installers in Providence County

Choosing experienced solar installers in Providence County is an important part of planning a system for your home or business. At Newport Solar, we take a thoughtful approach to each project based on the property and the customer’s energy needs.

Consultation and Site Evaluation: 

Every solar project begins with a conversation. We assess your home or building and develop a plan based on your goals, energy use, and site conditions.

System Design and Engineering: 

Our team designs each system around the building in front of us rather than using a generic template. System performance, equipment placement, and how the solar installation integrates with the property are all considered during design.

Installation and Support: 

Our licensed, in-house electricians complete the installation with attention to workmanship and the approved system design. We also continue to support our customers after installation with resources for system operation and ongoing questions.

As solar installers serving Providence County, we focus on thoughtful design and long-term customer support from the initial consultation through installation and beyond.

Newport Solar: A Providence County Solar Company

Newport Solar proudly serves residents and businesses in cities and towns across Providence County and throughout Rhode Island:

If you don’t see your city listed, contact us. We serve all of Providence County and the surrounding area.

Across the communities we serve, Newport Solar works with homeowners and businesses on solar projects designed around their property and energy needs. Our team manages the process from the first consultation through installation, with a focus on clear communication and long-term system performance.

Tell a Friend. Refer to Us.

Our referral program is a way to give back to the local community. If you refer a friend or family member who moves forward with a system, you’ll receive a $250 reward once their installation is complete.

You can choose your reward from a local business or nonprofit of your choice, keeping the impact close to home.

Additional Residential Services

Battery Backup Systems

Battery backup systems can give homeowners more control over how and when stored energy is used. Newport Solar installs lithium-ion battery systems that can be designed around a home’s backup power and energy needs.

During an outage, a properly configured battery system may provide backup power to selected circuits or other designated loads, depending on the system design and available battery capacity. Paired with solar, battery storage can also help homeowners make use of energy generated on site.

Eligible Rhode Island Energy customers may also be able to participate in the ConnectedSolutions battery program, which provides performance-based incentives for allowing enrolled batteries to discharge during peak-demand events.

EV Charging

A home EV charging system can make it easier and more convenient to charge an electric vehicle at home. Newport Solar installs EV charging equipment from manufacturers we trust and plans the installation around the home’s electrical system and charging needs.

If the property also has solar or battery storage, we can look at how EV charging fits into the overall energy system rather than treating the charger as a standalone project.

Frequently Asked Questions