What Is the Ontario HRSP?
The Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) is an Ontario government initiative that provides cash rebates to homeowners who invest in energy-efficient upgrades. It is delivered through Save on Energy and Enbridge, and it covers rooftop solar and battery storage.
Save on Energy sets how you apply and how the rebate is paid. Ask your installer how the process works for your system, and check Save on Energy for the current amounts and rules before you rely on them.
Key fact: The federal Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in February 2024. The Greener Homes Loan closed October 1, 2025. The Ontario HRSP is the provincial rebate program for solar and battery installations.
How Much Can You Get? The HRSP Rebate Breakdown
The HRSP provides two separate rebates that can be combined:
| Installation Type | Rebate Amount | Structure |
|---|---|---|
| Rooftop Solar Panels | Up to $5,000 | Capped; cannot exceed a share of the project cost |
| Battery Storage System | Up to $5,000 | Only with new solar installed at the same time |
| Solar + Battery Combined | Up to $10,000 | Both rebates applied together |
The HRSP solar rebate is up to $5,000, and the battery rebate is up to $5,000 more when the battery is installed together with new solar under the same program. A standalone battery, or a battery added to a pre-existing solar array, does not qualify. Rebates are capped and cannot exceed a share of the project cost. Check Save on Energy for the current amounts and rules before you rely on them.
Important Restriction: No Net Metering Under HRSP Solar
This is one of the most important points to understand. Taking the solar rebate means giving up net metering for the life of the system, so ask the installer whether the rebate or net metering comes out ahead for your home. Without net metering, the value of your solar comes from the electricity your home uses itself.
That is where a battery fits in: it can store solar energy made during the day so your home can use it in the evening, including during the weekday on-peak hours on Ontario's ULO electricity plan.
Am I Eligible? Key HRSP Requirements
To qualify for the HRSP rebate, homeowners in Muskoka, Barrie, Orillia, Collingwood, and surrounding areas must meet these criteria:
- You own a residential property in Ontario
- The home type and occupancy meet the program's rules (check Save on Energy)
- Installation is completed by a contractor who meets the program's requirements
- The solar or battery system meets minimum technical specifications
- For solar under HRSP: the system is not connected to net metering
Rental properties, commercial buildings, and seasonal cottages may have different eligibility. Speak with your installer to confirm your specific situation.
How the Rebate Is Applied
Save on Energy sets who applies, what paperwork is needed and how the rebate is paid, and those rules can change. A typical path looks like this:
- Get a quote from a local installer who works with the program
- Ask the installer which rebates your planned system may qualify for
- Check the current application steps and deadlines on the Save on Energy website
- Keep your invoices and paperwork, and follow the program's steps to claim the rebate
Check Save on Energy for the current amounts and rules before you rely on them.
Stacking HRSP With Other Incentives
The HRSP can potentially be combined with other programs depending on your situation:
- Local utility programs — ask your local utility whether it runs any program for smart home upgrades or battery storage
- Municipal financing — some Ontario municipalities run home energy loan programs; check with your municipality whether one is available where you live
For most Muskoka and Simcoe County homeowners, the HRSP is the primary rebate, but your installer can advise on any additional programs available in your specific municipality.
Is It Worth It for Muskoka & Simcoe County Homeowners?
It depends on the home. The installed price depends on:
- Battery capacity
- Solar system size
- The electrical work needed, such as panel upgrades or a backup subpanel
- The site itself: roof, access and where the equipment can go
An installer quotes after seeing the home. On the ULO plan a battery can charge overnight at 3.7¢/kWh and power the home during the 37.7¢/kWh weekday peak (Ontario Energy Board prices in effect November 1, 2026). How much that saves depends on how much you use at peak, your rate plan and the system size. Payback depends on usage, rates, rebates and price, so ask the installer for an estimate for your home. A battery can also supply backup power during outages such as winter ice storms.
Ready to Claim Your HRSP Rebate?
The first step is getting a quote from an installer who can talk you through the rebate for your project. We pass enquiries from homeowners across Muskoka District and Simcoe County — including Barrie, Orillia, Huntsville, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Collingwood, Midland, and Parry Sound — to an independent local installer, at no cost to you.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions About HRSP
Is the HRSP still available in 2026?
The program can change or end at any time, so check Save on Energy for its current status and any deadline before you plan around the rebate, and leave time for the installation and the rebate paperwork. Confirm current status with your installer or the official Save on Energy HRSP page.
Can I apply for HRSP myself, without an installer?
The program sets the rules on who can install the equipment and who submits the application. Check Save on Energy for the current rules, and ask your installer how they handle the rebate paperwork.
Does the HRSP cover just battery (no solar)?
No. Under the current HRSP Solar and Storage stream, the battery rebate requires a paired new solar PV installation. A standalone battery installation, or a battery added to a pre-existing solar array, is not eligible for the HRSP battery rebate. You may still install a standalone battery on its own economic merits (peak-shifting savings on the ULO rate plan, backup power), but you cannot claim the battery rebate without the paired new solar.
How long does the rebate process take?
Processing times are set by the program and can change. Check Save on Energy for the current amounts and rules before you rely on them.