National Solar Capacity Ranking: 32nd
Data Current Through: Q2 2025
Data References:
SEIA/Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables Solar Market Insight Q3 2025
IREC, National Solar Jobs Census
Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly
SEIA National Solar Database
1661
32nd (15th in 2024 additions)
166594 homes
0.02367537
3308
65 (5 Manufacturers, 30 Installers/Developers, 30 Others)
$2.4 billion
42% over the last 10 years
3334 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 20th)
24856.14694
Official SEIA State Affiliate – Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association (GSREIA)
DSIRE Incentives Database – Louisiana – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in Louisiana and across the United States
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources – Find a wide variety of information on state government energy programs, policy, projects, energy-saving strategies and energy-related statistics
Louisiana Public Service Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of Louisiana public utilities
Louisiana State Legislature – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in Louisiana
Louisiana Solar Panels Overview – Learn about the history of solar policy in Louisiana, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
National Renewable Energy Laboratory – Louisiana
Solar Panel Cost in Louisiana – Learn about the history of solar policy in Louisiana, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
Solar Rebates & Incentives in Louisiana – Check out EnergySage’s list of key solar incentives in Louisiana to see what programs you can benefit from
U.S. Energy Information Administration – Louisiana State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government