1. Who should join the Solar & Battery sector?
Companies that directly employ installers of residential Solar and/or Battery systems in British Columbia are a good fit for the Solar & Battery sector. Any such company wanting to offer their customers access to the BC Hydro self-generation program and associated rebates will need to join the HPCN.
2. Is it mandatory to become an HPCN member?
In June 2026, it will become mandatory for contractors participating in the BC Hydro self-generation program and associated rebates to become a member of the HPCN.
For solar or battery work not associated with BC Hydro rebates, it is not required to join the HPCN.
3. Do I need to complete the training if I've been installing solar and helping customers with their self-generation applications for many years and am aware of all the BC Hydro self-generation and rebate requirements.
Yes, as of June 2026, all contractors participating in the BC Hydro self-generation program and associated rebates will be required to become HPCN members. Specific dates will be announced in the future.
4. How many employee(s), and which employee(s), need to take the training?
At least one lead installer and one designer of Solar and/or Battery systems per crew need to complete the training. Your registration will not be reviewed by HPCN staff until at least one person has completed the required training.
5. I work for customers doing large commercial and industrial projects and participating in BC Hydro's load displacement program. Do I need to join the HPCN as well?
If your customers are participating in the BC Hydro self-generation program and associated rebates then you will need to become an HPCN member.
You are also able to join the BC Hydro Alliance, an optional membership for contractors doing work on large commercial or industrial projects.