Compare net metering policies across all 50 states. Customers are billed only for the “net” power consumed over their generation, while they are credited for excess electricity delivered to the grid. Net metering was pioneered in the United States as a way to allow solar and wind to provide electricity whenever available and allow use of that electricity whenever it was needed. 41 of our 51 covered states have net metering or a similar compensation program. Click any state for detailed policy information. Limited solar season (Apr-Sep).