Santee Cooper Solar Savings: Net Metering, Rates & Rebates (2026)
How much can Santee Cooper customers save with solar in 2026? With retail net metering and $0.05/kWh export compensation, solar is a strong investment. Plus the 30% federal tax credit cuts your upfront cost significantly. See the full breakdown below.
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Solar Policy Details for Santee Cooper
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Net Metering | retail |
| Export Compensation | $0.05/kWh |
| Interconnection Fee | $25 |
| Time-of-Use Rates | Not available |
| Net Metering Cap | Not yet reached |
| Renewable Program | Available |
| Battery Incentive | Not available |
| EV Rate Program | Not available |
Maximizing Solar Savings with Santee Cooper
Santee Cooper customers — a regional utility serving South Carolina — benefit from full retail-rate net metering at $0.05/kWh export compensation. This moderate export rate makes self-consumption optimization important — use solar energy directly when possible for maximum value.
Export Compensation
When your solar system produces more electricity than you use, the excess is exported to the grid. Santee Cooper compensates you at $0.05/kWh for exported energy under their retail policy.
State Incentives in South Carolina
In addition to Santee Cooper's policies, South Carolina homeowners can access:
- Federal ITC: 30% tax credit on solar installation
- State Tax Credit: 25% additional state credit
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