South Carolina rebates & incentives
Every state, utility and federal program we track for EV chargers, home batteries and panel upgrades in South Carolina — with a link to each official page so you can confirm eligibility.
3 programs · Verified August 2026
- State25% of cost, up to $3,500 a year
South Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit
South Carolina taxpayers who own and install a qualifying system on property they own
Capped at $3,500 per facility per year or half your tax liability, whichever is lower, with a 10-year carryforward so a large system keeps paying out. The Department of Revenue lists no expiration.
Official program page - Utility$950 per kW, up to $5,700
Santee Cooper EmpowerSolar Home Rebate
Santee Cooper residential customers using a Santee Cooper Trade Ally installer
Covers the solar portion only, not batteries. Residential solar customers pay a $10 monthly distributed generation rider.
Official program page - FederalUp to $4,000 for a panel upgrade, within an up-to-$14,000 total
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (IRA HEAR)
Income-qualified households, administered state by state
Availability varies by state: some programs are live, others are launching in 2026 or fully reserved. Check your state energy office.
Official program page
Amounts and eligibility are set by each program and change over time. Confirm on the official page before you buy — and we confirm every incentive you qualify for at your free in-home estimate, then file the paperwork for you.