FirstEnergy Ohio Solar Policy & Net Metering Guide (2026)

Complete solar policy guide for FirstEnergy Ohio customers in Ohio. Review net metering rates, export compensation, interconnection fees, and available solar programs.

Last updated: Reviewed by: Sarah Chen
retail Net Metering Type
$0.05/kWh Export Compensation
$75 Interconnection Fee
2,100,000 Customers Served
N/A Peak Rate (TOU)
N/A Off-Peak Rate (TOU)

⚠ FirstEnergy Ohio has reached its net metering cap. New applicants may receive reduced export compensation. Act quickly to lock in the best available rates.

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Solar Policy Details for FirstEnergy Ohio

PolicyDetails
Net Meteringretail
Export Compensation$0.05/kWh
Interconnection Fee$75
Time-of-Use RatesNot available
Net Metering CapReached — limited availability
Renewable ProgramAvailable
Battery IncentiveNot available
EV Rate ProgramNot available

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Export Compensation

When your solar system produces more electricity than you use, the excess is exported to the grid. FirstEnergy Ohio compensates you at $0.05/kWh for exported energy under their retail policy.

State Incentives in Ohio

In addition to FirstEnergy Ohio's policies, Ohio homeowners can access:

  • Federal ITC: 30% tax credit on solar installation
  • SRECs: $40/MWh tradeable credits
  • Property Tax Exemption: Solar increases home value without raising property taxes
  • Sales Tax Exemption: No sales tax on solar equipment
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Frequently Asked Questions

FirstEnergy Ohio offers net metering with a "retail" rate structure. Export compensation is approximately $0.05/kWh. Note: the net metering cap has been reached, which may affect new applicants.
The interconnection fee for FirstEnergy Ohio is approximately $75. This is a one-time fee to connect your solar system to the grid.
FirstEnergy Ohio does not currently offer time-of-use rates.
FirstEnergy Ohio does not currently offer specific battery incentives, but you may still benefit from battery storage with time-of-use rate optimization.
FirstEnergy Ohio serves approximately 2,100,000 customers in Ohio.

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Sources: DOE, IRS, DSIRE, NREL, EIA Updated: 2026 Full Methodology Editorial Standards

Cities Served by FirstEnergy Ohio

Columbus, OH 3.9 sun hrs/day Cleveland, OH 3.7 sun hrs/day Cincinnati, OH 4 sun hrs/day Toledo, OH 3.8 sun hrs/day Akron, OH 3.7 sun hrs/day Dayton, OH 4 sun hrs/day Parma, OH 3.7 sun hrs/day Canton, OH 3.8 sun hrs/day

Other Utilities in Ohio

AEP Ohio Net metering: retail Duke Energy Ohio Net metering: retail Buckeye Power Net metering: retail Toledo Edison Net metering: retail

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