Did you know that as an Xcel Energy customer, you’re already using renewable energy? Today, about 29 percent of the energy you use comes from renewable sources. At a low cost, solar power, wind energy, and other sources all add up to create a diverse fuel mix to meet your energy needs. For those looking to invest in even more green energy, we offer a variety of renewable energy options to choose from.
Find the Renewable Program for you
Not sure which renewable energy option is right for you? With a quick comparison chart, we make it easy to find the program that fits your needs.
Our newest program offering a blend of wind and solar energy. Coming soon.
Learn moreBased on your specific energy needs and the programs available in your area, solar energy could be a great option to help power your life and potentially save money on your monthly bill.
Learn more about going solarSome renewable energy choices require working with, and signing a contract with, a third party provider. We're here to equip you with relevant information, and help you ask the right questions so that you can make an informed decision.
Learn more about third party providersBased on your specific energy needs and the programs available in your area, solar energy could be a great option to help power your life and potentially save money on your monthly bill.
Learn more about going solarSome renewable energy choices require working with, and signing a contract with, a third party provider. We're here to equip you with relevant information, and help you ask the right questions so that you can make an informed decision.
Learn more about third party providersLooking for more of a "hands off" approach to supporting solar energy? We've got a solution for you.
Learn moreStandard Energy Mix |
Renewable*Connect® | Windsource® | Solar*Rewards Community® | Solar*Rewards® | Net Metering Without Incentives | |
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Energy Source | 16% Wind, 2% Solar, 8% other renewables, 74% non renewables | ![]() |
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Cost to participant |
26% renewable energy at no extra cost |
Subscription fee on Xcel Energy bill | Subscription fee on Xcel Energy bill | Subscription fee paid to solar garden per contract terms | Pay solar installer for equipment per contract terms | Pay installer for equipment per contract terms |
Financial Benefit | Lowest cost renewables keep rates low for everyone | Personal per kWh fuel credit for using solar | Personal per kWh fuel credit for using wind | Bill credit payment for solar energy produced | Monthly energy use is offset by solar, plus incentive per kWh of solar | Monthly energy use is offset by solar |
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Minimum contract length | None |
0 to 10 years |
None |
Up to 25 years |
Up to 10 years | None |
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Contract with | No Contract |
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Solar Garden Company |
1) Solar Installer – equipment 2) Xcel Energy – interconnection & incentive |
1) Installer – equipment 2) Xcel Energy – interconnection |
Earn renewable energy credits* | ![]() |
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* Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) are the currency used to measure renewable energy produced and used to meet renewable energy goals. If the renewable program allows you to keep the RECs, that renewable energy doesn't count toward our goals and would be over and above the renewable energy we would otherwise produce to meet our goals. Participants choosing these options can claim that they are offsetting their energy use or are using renewable energy. If the renewable program shifts the RECs to us, Xcel Energy, all customers share the benefit of the renewable energy, but you can't actually claim to offset energy use or claim that you've switched to renewable energy.
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