Venture Home State Utility Guides
Net Metering Policies, Incentives & Billing Explained
States Covered: Connecticut · Maine · Massachusetts · New Hampshire · New Jersey · New York · Pennsylvania · Rhode Island · Delaware · Maryland · Washington DC
Questions not answered here? Contact us at 800-203-4158 or through the Venture Home app.
Quick Reference by State
| State | Net Metering Type | Annual True-Up | SREC/REC Program | Battery Program | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 1-to-1 Netting | None | Class 1 RECs | ESS Program (up to $16K) | Solar Production Charge applies |
| ME | 1-to-1 | None | Class 1 RECs | None | Credits roll 12 months |
| MA | 1-to-1 | None | Class 1 RECs | ConnectedSolutions | 25 kW limit |
| NH | Alternative (reduced rollover) | None | Class 1 RECs | None | Non-bypassable charges |
| NJ | 1-to-1 | Yes (Anniversary) | SREC-II (Fixed) | None | One-time anniversary change |
| NY | 1-to-1 | None | None | NYSERDA (~$200/kWh) | CBC charge applies |
| PA | 1-to-1 | Yes (May) | AEC Market | None | Cash-out at reduced rate |
| RI | 1-to-1 | None | Class 1 RECs | ConnectedSolutions | Credits as dollar value |
| DE | 1-to-1 | Yes (Annual) | SREC DE | Green Energy Rebates | Credits expire, no payout |
| MD | 1-to-1 | Yes (April) | SREC Market | MEA Grant (up to $7.5K) | Choose cash-out or carry |
| DC | 1-to-1 | Yes (Dec) | DC SREC (High value) | None | Best SREC market in US |
State-Specific Utility Guides
Click your state for complete utility policy details:
New England
- [[connecticut-utility-guide|Connecticut Utility Guide]]
- [[maine-utility-guide|Maine Utility Guide]]
- [[massachusetts-utility-guide|Massachusetts Utility Guide]]
- [[new-hampshire-utility-guide|New Hampshire Utility Guide]]
- [[rhode-island-utility-guide|Rhode Island Utility Guide]]
Mid-Atlantic
- [[new-jersey-utility-guide|New Jersey Utility Guide]]
- [[new-york-utility-guide|New York Utility Guide]]
- [[pennsylvania-utility-guide|Pennsylvania Utility Guide]]
- [[delaware-utility-guide|Delaware Utility Guide]]
- [[maryland-utility-guide|Maryland Utility Guide]]
- [[washington-dc-utility-guide|Washington, D.C. Utility Guide]]
Common Utility Concepts
Net Metering
Your system produces → Powers your home → Excess exports to grid → Earns credits → Credits offset future grid usage
Annual True-Up
When remaining credits are either:
- Paid out at reduced rate (NJ, PA, MD, DC)
- Expire (DE)
- Carry forward (CT, MA, NY, RI)
Fixed Charges
Monthly fees ($10–$30) that cannot be offset by solar credits. You always pay these.
SRECs vs RECs
- SREC = Solar Renewable Energy Certificate
- REC = Renewable Energy Certificate (broader)
- Earned per 1,000 kWh (1 MWh) produced
- Sold to utilities to meet renewable requirements
Important Disclaimers
⚠️ Net metering policies, incentive rates, and program details change over time. This guide reflects our best understanding as of early 2026.
Contact your utility directly or call us at 800-203-4158 to confirm the latest rates for your account.
Related Articles
- [[state-incentives-overview|State Incentives Overview]] — Tax credits, exemptions, rebates
- [[net-metering|Understanding Net Metering]] — How credits work
- [[srecs-and-incentives|SRECs and Solar Incentive Programs]] — REC programs explained