How to Claim ComEd Solar Rebates & Understand Net Metering in Illinois
Utility GuideCommonwealth Edison2 min readVerified Q2 · 2026

How to Claim ComEd Solar Rebates & Understand Net Metering in Illinois

SBI Editorial DeskUpdated Q2 · 20263 sections

If you live in Chicago or Northern Illinois, ComEd is likely delivering your power. With electricity rates continuously adjusting and delivery fees climbing, taking control of your energy production is vital. Fortunately, ComEd operates under some of the strongest net metering laws in the Midwest, making solar an incredibly lucrative investment.

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Understanding ComEd's Net Metering Rules

ComEd offers an excellent 1-to-1 retail net metering program for residential solar owners. This means that for every excess kilowatt-hour (kWh) your solar panels send back to the grid during sunny summer days, ComEd credits your account at the full retail rate. These credits roll over month to month, allowing you to "bank" your summer sunshine to offset your high heating and electricity needs during dark Chicago winters.

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Stacking the Illinois Shines Program (SRECs)

While ComEd handles your net metering credits, the state of Illinois offers a massive cash incentive through the "Illinois Shines" Adjustable Block Program. You are paid for the Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) your system generates over 15 years. SunBeam Innovations ensures your system is optimized not just to zero out your ComEd bill, but to secure the highest possible SREC payout block before funding depletes.

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The SunBeam Innovations Interconnection Process

We handle the entire bureaucratic process with ComEd. Our engineers submit the Part 1 Interconnection Application, handle the municipal permitting, and coordinate the final Part 2 approval and bidirectional meter swap with ComEd. You won't have to lift a finger to get your home officially producing power.

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