Hsinchu City launches rooftop solar subsidies, offering up to NT$2 million for self-generation

Hsinchu City is accelerating its commitment to renewable energy and net-zero sustainability with a new subsidy program for household rooftop solar installations. The initiative, which began accepting applications on June 2, aims to encourage residents to utilize their roof space for green energy generation.

The program, aligned with national guidelines, offers continued support for existing rooftop solar projects and introduces two new schemes: "replacement and upgrade" and "self-generation and self-use." The latter, in particular, integrates energy storage management systems to enhance the efficiency and flexibility of green electricity usage.

Under the "replacement and upgrade" scheme, and for new rooftop installations, the subsidy is 3,000 New Taiwan dollars per kilowatt, with a maximum of NT$300,000 per case. The "self-generation and self-use" option, which includes the installation of an automatic transfer switch (ATS), offers a higher subsidy of NT$20,000 per kilowatt, capped at NT$2 million per case. Applications are open until October 15, 2026, or until funds are depleted.

Hsinchu City has already achieved a 10% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions between 2005 and 2023, surpassing the national target for 2025. The city government highlighted that installing solar panels not only transforms idle roof space into power generation sites but also helps reduce indoor temperatures and daily electricity costs. The central government has allocated over NT$14 million to Hsinchu City for this "household rooftop solar acceleration plan."