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Solar analysis: Glennville, CA

Glennville homeowners have access to premium solar resources: 6.21 peak sun hours per day. See how this translates to real dollar savings below. Your area receives an average of 6.21 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
74 Good

Nearby Areas

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Solar Coverage Map: Glennville, CA

6 nearby locations
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Projected Yearly Savings

$2,951 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
8,578 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

4.1 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$61,763

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$5,147
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Glennville may qualify for 6 active programs.

Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
Benefit Value Pass-through Savings

If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
Benefit Value 30% (Expiring 2025)

30% Tax Credit for systems installed by Dec 31, 2025. CRITICAL: For 2026, this credit is set to expire for homeowner-owned systems unless extended. Leases (Third-Party) still qualify under Sec. 48E.

CA State Incentives

Variable Rate
Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0)

Exported energy is credited at avoided cost rates (variable). encourages battery storage.

Up to $3,000
DAC-SASH

Upfront incentives for low-income homeowners in disadvantaged communities.

~$200/kWh
SGIP Battery Rebate

Upfront rebate for installing energy storage systems (batteries).

100% Excluded
Property Tax Exclusion

Active solar energy systems are excluded from property tax assessment.

Efficiency

Code: 93226
EXCELLENT Score

6.21 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

Excellent
Bar chart comparing Glennville's 6.21 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Glennville National Avg State Avg 6.21 hrs 4.50 hrs 6.06 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Glennville receives 38% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Glennville

-7.5° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Glennville East South West Summer (June) -7.5° Altitude Winter (Dec) -35.8° Altitude

In Glennville, the sun is 28.3° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 32.2° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Glennville?

Homeowners in Glennville are positioned to benefit from 6.21 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $2,951 in annual electricity savings. With rates climbing 8% annually, every month of delay costs you money. Protection against continued rate increases

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $17,157
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $5,147
🏛️ CA Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$11,010
Financial Showdown

If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar

Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Glennville.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $77,792 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $79,292 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by 28%

Unlike stock market gains which are taxed at ~15-20%, the money you save on electricity is 100% tax-free. Plus, solar increases your home's resale value immediately.

A moderate installer base in Glennville gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.