{"id":2596,"date":"2025-05-23T19:14:39","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T19:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/?p=2596"},"modified":"2025-06-10T15:51:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T15:51:49","slug":"solar-tax-credit-2025-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/blog\/solar-tax-credit-2025-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Urgent Solar Tax Credit Update: What the \u201cOne, Big, Beautiful Bill\u201d Means for Homeowners &amp; Businesses in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2596\" class=\"elementor elementor-2596\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4420790a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4420790a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84ddbf2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"84ddbf2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41ad010 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41ad010\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW213311455 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213311455 BCX8\">In May 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the &#8220;One Big, Beautiful Bill,&#8221; which proposes significant changes to clean energy tax incentives:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW213311455 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-233d7d9d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"233d7d9d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60c7bd19 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60c7bd19\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Early Termination<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: The 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit would end on December 31, 2025, instead of 2032 as previously planned. This would require systems to be installed and placed in service to qualify.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW244665556 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244665556 BCX8\">Leased Systems<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW244665556 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244665556 BCX8\"><strong>:<\/strong> Tax credits for leased residential solar installations would be eliminated for any taxable year beginning after the bill&#8217;s enactment.<\/span><\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW106189805 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106189805 BCX8\">Commercial Projects<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW106189805 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106189805 BCX8\"><strong>:<\/strong> Accelerated phase-out of commercial solar tax credits, with reductions starting in 2029 and complete elimination by 2031.<\/span><\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"EOP SCXW106189805 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW65222772 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65222772 BCX8\">Transferability<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW65222772 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65222772 BCX8\"><strong>:<\/strong> Elimination of the ability to transfer solar tax credits for projects starting after July 2027.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b2e4ce4 custom-blog-style e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5b2e4ce4\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c52106 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c52106\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The solar industry stands at a critical juncture. On May 22, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the \u201cOne, Big, Beautiful Bill,\u201d a legislative package that, if enacted, could significantly alter the landscape of solar tax incentives. This bill proposes substantial changes to the federal solar tax credits established under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), with far-reaching implications for both residential and commercial solar stakeholders.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Background on Solar Tax Credits<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has been a cornerstone of the U.S. solar industry&#8217;s growth, offering a 30% tax credit for residential and commercial solar installations. The IRA of 2022 extended this credit through 2032, aiming to promote clean energy adoption and reduce carbon emissions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Proposed Changes in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.congress.gov\/bill\/119th-congress\/house-bill\/1\/text#:~:text=%28a%29%20In%20General.,made%20by%20this%20section%20shall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bill<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>1. Early Expiration of the 30% Residential Solar Tax Credit<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Current Status:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Set to run through 2032 under the IRA.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Proposed Change:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Ends abruptly on December 31, 2025, with no phase-down period.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Implication<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: A $30,000 system that qualifies for a $9,000 federal tax credit today will no longer be eligible after this deadline. Systems must be installed and inspected prior to the deadline to qualify.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/contact-us\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Connect with a SolarTech Solar Advisor<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to see what steps you need to take now to lock in your 30% credit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Accelerated Phase-Out of Commercial Solar Tax Credits (45Y\/48E)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">New Timeline:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">80% credit in 2029<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">60% in 2030<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">40% in 2031<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">0% after 2031<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Urgency:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Projects must begin within 60 days of the bill&#8217;s enactment to qualify.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Impact:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Developers must act quickly to secure incentives for commercial and utility-scale solar projects.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>3. Elimination of Solar Tax Credit Transferability (Section 6418)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Current Benefit:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Transferable tax credits allow for greater financing flexibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Proposed Change:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Eliminated for projects starting after July 2027.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Implication:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> This will limit financing options and could stall smaller solar projects.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>4. Impact on U.S. Solar Manufacturing (Section 45X)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Current Support:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Incentives to build a domestic solar supply chain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Proposed Change:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Slated to end by 2031.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Result:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Could lead to increased reliance on foreign solar panel imports, particularly from China, and impact clean energy job growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\">For California homeowners, check out <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW205322867 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">SolarTech\u2019s California Solar Resource Page<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205322867 BCX8\"> to see if your city or utility still offers local incentives.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\">Arizona Solar Incentives<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Arizona continues to offer strong support for clean energy, including a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">state solar tax credit<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> worth up to $1,000 (25% of your installation cost). These credits can roll over for up to five years if not used in full.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">But with federal changes looming, locking in your system now is more important than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/blog\/arizona-solar-panel-incentives\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Arizona Solar Incentives Guide<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for a full breakdown of available credits and what may change in 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Implications for Businesses<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">60-Day Rule:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Projects must begin within 60 days of the bill&#8217;s passing to preserve tax benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Financial Planning:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Consult with financial advisors to understand how repeal of transferability and phase-outs could affect your bottom line.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expert Partnerships:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Work with developers who can fast-track installations and ensure tax credit compliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To stay compliant and move fast, partner with trusted <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/solartechonline.com\/commercial\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">commercial solar installation experts<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> who can help you navigate these changes and ensure your project qualifies for all available incentives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Economic and Environmental Impact<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Job Losses:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) warns of up to 300,000 clean energy jobs lost.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Increased Imports:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Weakening U.S. clean energy independence could give China a stronger hold on the solar market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Higher Emissions:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Reversing these incentives could raise national carbon emissions and delay climate progress.<\/span><\/span>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Key Dates &amp; Deadlines<\/h2>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"MsoNormalTable\" data-tablelook=\"1696\" aria-rowcount=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Milestone<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Action<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">May 22, 2025<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bill passed in House<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">July\u2013August 2025<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate votes, likely by Independence Day or before August recess<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">December 31, 2025<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Proposed deadline for Residential ITC eligibility<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"5\">\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">2027\u20132032<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Accelerated phase-outs for Commercial\/Utility projects begin<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:220,&quot;335559739&quot;:220}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Action Steps for Stakeholders<\/h2>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><strong>For Homeowners:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Act Fast:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Get your solar system installed before December 31, 2025, to secure your 30% federal solar tax credit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Schedule a Free Quote:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Request a consultation from <a href=\"http:\/\/solartechonline.com\/contact-us\">SolarTechOnline.com\/contact-us<\/a>\u00a0or call us at (619) 743 9193<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check Local Incentives:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Explore state and municipal solar programs that may still apply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><strong>For Commercial Property Owners:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Meet the 60-Day Rule:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Begin construction within 60 days of the bill\u2019s passing to preserve your tax benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consult Financial Advisors:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Understand how repeal of transferability and phase-outs could affect your bottom line.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Partner with Experts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Work with developers who can fast-track installations and ensure tax credit compliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><strong>Advocacy:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contact Your Senators:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Let them know you support clean, renewable energy, American jobs, and affordable electricity for families and businesses.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Oppose Cuts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Urge them to oppose any cuts to the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and defend America\u2019s energy future.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb1b3f7 custom-blog-style e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"eb1b3f7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-78d6b4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"78d6b4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 aria-level=\"2\">Final Word<\/h2>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The proposed 2025 changes to the solar tax credit are a significant development, but with the right information and timely action, you can stay ahead of the curve. Solar remains one of the best investments for long-term savings and energy independence. Policy may shift, but the fundamental benefits of going solar \u2013 lowering your bills, increasing your property value, and contributing to a cleaner environment \u2013 are here to stay. As we navigate this policy uncertainty, SolarTech is committed to guiding our clients every step of the way, from locking in the best incentives to designing high-performance systems tailored to your needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Have more questions? Need a personalized savings estimate under different scenarios?<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Contact us today for a free consultation. We\u2019re here to empower you with the facts and to make your transition to solar as smooth (and affordable) as possible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43be1e49 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"43be1e49\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-551f2b52 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"551f2b52\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e110f3a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3e110f3a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d0b596a elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"4d0b596a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1291\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1291\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Is it 100% certain that the 30% solar tax credit will end in 2025?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1291\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1291\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">No \u2013 at least not yet. The House of Representatives did pass a bill that <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">would<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> end the residential solar tax credit after 2025, but <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">this is not final<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">. The bill must also pass in the Senate and then be signed by the President to become law<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">. <\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">There is strong opposition from solar advocates and many lawmakers (including some in the Senate) who support clean energy incentives. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> possible the provision could be blocked or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">modified<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">However, given that the House has taken this position and the political landscape has shifted in 2025, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">we have to treat the threat as real<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> In other words, there\u2019s a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW155784741 BCX8\">significant<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> risk the credit could be reduced or eliminated early, so <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> best to plan as if 2025 may indeed be the last year for the full 30% credit for homeowners. If the Senate alters the bill or if a compromise extends the credit, that would be welcome news \u2013 but <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155784741 BCX8\"> no guarantee. We will update this guidance if the situation changes.<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1292\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1292\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">I thought the federal solar credit was available through 2032 at 30% \u2013 what changed?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1292\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1292\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\">\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">You are correct that the <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">current law<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">established<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> by the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022, set the Residential Clean Energy Credit at 30% for installations from 2022 <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">through<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> 2032, with a step-down to 26% in 2033 and 22% in 2034<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">. <\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">Nothing has changed about that <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">law<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> yet. However, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">what\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> happening now is that a <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">new bill has been proposed (and passed by the House) to amend that law<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> and cut the timeline short<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">Until and unless that new bill is enacted, the original schedule <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">remains<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> in force \u2013 meaning the credit <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">is<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> still 30% today and will be 30% next year if no new law intervenes. The House\u2019s action is an attempt to change the policy. Think of it this way: as of now, the solar tax credit is still \u201cscheduled\u201d to run at 30% for several more years, but <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> a strong push in Congress to <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">reschedule its <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">expiration<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> to 2025<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">That push has momentum, so one should not assume Congress <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">won\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\"> succeed. But technically, nothing has changed <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">yet<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131287461 BCX8\">, which is why 2025 is so critical. It could be the final year of 30%, depending on what Congress does in the coming months.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1293\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1293\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\"> If I sign a solar contract in 2025 but my system isn\u2019t installed until 2026, will I still get the 30% credit?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1293\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1293\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\">\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">No, unfortunately not \u2013 at least not the way the House bill is written. Tax credits for solar (under both current law and the proposed change) are claimed in the tax year that the system is \u201cplaced in service.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> This <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">generally means<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> fully installed and utility-approved for operation. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span> <\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">not based on when you sign a contract or purchase equipment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW215805526 BCX8\">So<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> if the law changes to cut off the credit after 2025, any system completed in 2026 or later would <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">not<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> be eligible <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW215805526 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.congress.gov\/bill\/119th-congress\/house-bill\/1\/text#:~:text=%28a%29%20In%20General.,made%20by%20this%20section%20shall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">congress.gov<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">For example, say you sign a contract in fall 2025, but due to interconnection delays, your system <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">isn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> turned on until January 2026 \u2013 in that case, as the proposal stands, you would <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">miss out on<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> the credit (since placed-in-service occurred in 2026). <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">That\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> why we strongly recommend aiming to finish projects by mid-to-late 2025 at the latest. If <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">it appears your installation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> might slip, talk to your installer about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">expediting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> or see if partial completion by year-end is possible (though partial <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">doesn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> count for the credit; it needs to be fully operational). <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">Important:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> If<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">, hypothetically, Congress<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> only passes a repeal in early 2026, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> a slim chance <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">they\u2019d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> allow a grace period or grandfathering for projects in progress \u2013 but you cannot <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">bank<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> on that. The House bill explicitly set the cutoff at the end of \u201925 with no extensions <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW215805526 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.congress.gov\/bill\/119th-congress\/house-bill\/1\/text#:~:text=%28a%29%20In%20General.,made%20by%20this%20section%20shall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">congress.gov<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW215805526 BCX8\">So,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> proceed with the assumption that <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\">completion by 2025<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215805526 BCX8\"> is the rule.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1294\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1294\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Does the House bill affect the solar tax credit for businesses (Commercial ITC) as well?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1294\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1294\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\">\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">Yes, it does, though not as abruptly as the residential credit. The House bill proposes that the <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">Commercial Solar ITC (Investment Tax Credit)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> remain at 30% through 2028, then <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">phase down<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> starting in 2029, reaching 0% by 2032<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">Under current law, commercial projects also get 30% for the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">foreseeable future<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> (with a potential phase-out later in the 2030s depending on carbon reduction progress). <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW81033710 BCX8\">So<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> the bill accelerates the timeline for businesses too, just with a few more years of runway. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">Businesses would see 24% in 2029, 18% in 2030, 12% in 2031, and no credit for projects after that<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> also worth noting the bill\u2019s provision to exclude third-party owned residential systems from claiming the commercial ITC under Section 48. That means solar companies <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">can\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> switch tactics and use the commercial credit for leased residential systems if the homeowner credit is gone \u2013 both paths would be blocked for new installs post-2025. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">So, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">commercial<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> and utility-scale solar interests are affected, though arguably the biggest immediate impact is on the residential side which gets the guillotine rather than a taper. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">If <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> a business or non-profit (using a taxable partner via tax equity), you should still act before 2029 to secure the full <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW81033710 BCX8\">30%, and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81033710 BCX8\"> consider that large projects often take multiple years to develop \u2013 hence, decisions in the next year or two are important. <\/span><\/span>Leasing a solar energy system for your home will save you money on your monthly utility costs as well. While the savings are usually a little less attractive than owning solar panels, you\u2019ll still save significantly over the traditional costs of electricity from the utility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\">\n<p>Leasing carries several other advantages, including worry-free system performance for the length of the contract. That means any equipment maintenance or replacement, even after the product warranty expires, is the responsibility of the leasing companies. Lease terms tend to be 20-25 years and often come with a production guarantee. For homeowners who cannot absorb the Federal Tax Credit, leases are an attractive option. A solar lease allows the third-party owner (TPO) to absorb the solar tax credit, then pass some of the savings on to the homeowner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1295\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1295\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\"> I\u2019m in a state (like CA) with no state solar tax credit. How will this change affect me? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1295\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1295\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">If the federal credit ends, solar in states without their own tax credit will lose a major <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">portion<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> of its financial incentive. You would be relying on the long-term utility bill savings, any net metering credits, and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">perhaps smaller<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> incentives like rebates or property tax exemptions to make the economics work. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">In California, for example, the federal 30% ITC has been a key part of solar payback calculations, especially now that Net Metering 3.0 has reduced the value of exporting solar energy to the grid. Without the ITC, a typical California homeowner might see payback times <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW146610975 BCX8\">lengthen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> significantly (potentially several years longer). That said, California still has some of the highest electricity rates in the nation, so solar will continue to provide <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">substantial<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> savings on bills \u2013 it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">just will<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> cost more upfront. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">California also offers the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) for batteries and has a property tax exclusion for solar (meaning your property taxes <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">won\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> increase due to adding solar). <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">Those help a bit. In states like <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">Nevada<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> (no state income tax, thus no state credit) or <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">Texas<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> (no state credit), the scenario is similar: solar <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">remains<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> a good long-term investment to hedge against utility costs, but the loss of the 30% credit would make the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">initial<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> investment higher. We encourage homeowners in these states to take advantage of the credit while <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> available. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">We can also explore alternative financing and promotions (for instance, some installers may offer discounts or cashback deals, and there are often referral bonuses) to defray costs. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">In short, the economics in no-credit states will still favor solar in many cases (due to high sun exposure or electricity prices), but the proposition is strongest <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\">with<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146610975 BCX8\"> the credit \u2013 so its potential removal is definitely felt.<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1296\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1296\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Are there any chances the credit could be extended again or revived later?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1296\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1296\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> always possible \u2013 the solar ITC has been extended multiple times in the past (2008, 2015, 2020, 2022). If, for example, political leadership changes in the future or if <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> a strong economic push for clean energy, Congress could vote to reinstate or even increase incentives.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> However, betting on future policy is risky. The current effort is to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">eliminate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> it early, which is the opposite of an extension. If that succeeds, a revival <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW212579039 BCX8\">would<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> require passing a new law, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">presumably under<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> an administration that prioritizes clean energy. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">The soonest scenario for that might be after the next elections, etc., and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> no guarantee. Also, once an industry incentive expires, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> historically been harder to bring it back (extensions typically happen <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">before<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">expiration<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">). The best strategy if you want the benefit is to use <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">what\u2019s<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW212579039 BCX8\">on<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> the books now. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">Think of the credit as a <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">use-it-or-lose-it<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> opportunity at the moment.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> If circumstances change and the credit is still around or comes back in some form, then great \u2013 but you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">wouldn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> have lost anything by going solar sooner.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> In fact, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">you\u2019d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> be <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">benefiting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> from lower energy bills in the meantime. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW212579039 BCX8\">So<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> our advice is to plan under the assumption the 30% credit <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">won\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> be around after 2025 (for residential) \u2013 and if it does survive or get re-extended, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">that\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> a bonus (<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">perhaps you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> could then claim it again on a battery upgrade or a second property, etc.). <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\">We\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212579039 BCX8\"> keep you updated on any political shifts that suggest a turnaround.<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1297\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1297\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">How do I claim the solar tax credit on my taxes, and will it change with this legislation?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1297\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1297\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">As of now, claiming the credit involves filing IRS <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">Form 5695 (Residential Energy Credits)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> with your federal tax return for the year in which your solar was placed in service. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">You calculate 30% of your qualified costs and that amount reduces your tax liability dollar-for-dollar. If the credit is larger than what you owe in taxes for that year, you can roll over the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">remainder<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> to future years. None of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">that basic mechanism<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> changes with the proposed legislation \u2013 the only change is whether the credit is available at all for a given year (and at what percentage). <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW76757749 BCX8\">So<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> if the bill passes, the IRS form would simply not have a residential solar credit line after 2025 (and eventually the form would be retired once all such credits are phased out). But for installations in 2023-2025, you would still use the form normally under existing rules.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> A couple of reminders: <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">you need to have a tax liability to use the credit<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> (<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> nonrefundable \u2013 it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">won\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> give you a negative refund beyond your tax due). Most working homeowners do have enough tax liability over a multi-year period to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">utilize<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> it. Also, keep records of your expenditures (inverter, panels, mounting, electrical upgrades related to solar, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">permitting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> fees \u2013 all these count as eligible costs). <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">SolarTech<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> provides our customers with a comprehensive packet and guidance for claiming <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW76757749 BCX8\">the credit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">, and we stay updated on IRS rules. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">If the bill passes, the IRS <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW76757749 BCX8\">would<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> issue updated guidance, but typically, any installations while the credit was law remain valid to claim. Always consult a tax professional if unsure. And note: the proposed bill <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\">does not<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76757749 BCX8\"> claw back credits from people who already claimed them in past years \u2013 it only affects availability going forward.<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1298\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1298\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\"> Can I still get other incentives (like rebates or state programs) if the federal credit goes away?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1298\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1298\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">Yes. State, local, and utility incentives are independent of the federal tax credit. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">They each have their own funding sources and rules. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">For instance, if your state offers a rebate for solar, you will still get that rebate whether or not there\u2019s a federal credit.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">One thing to consider, however, is that some state incentives are calculated <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">after<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> the federal credit, or vice versa. For example, a state might allow you to claim their credit only on the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">portion<\/span> <\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">after<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> federal credit \u2013 those details vary.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> Arizona\u2019s $1,000 credit is a flat amount, so <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> unaffected by the presence of the federal credit (<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">you\u2019d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> just be more thankful for that $1k if the 30% is gone). Another consideration: if the federal credit disappears, state legislatures might introduce or expand state incentives to fill the gap \u2013 but again, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">that\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> speculative and may take time. The reliable approach is to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">utilize<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> whatever is currently on the table.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> Many utilities have net metering caps or are reducing solar buyback rates, so <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">that\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> another reason to act sooner \u2013 you lock in any favorable terms before they potentially worsen. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">On the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">flip side<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">, if federal support is withdrawn, some states might strengthen net metering or mandates as a response to ensure solar adoption continues (<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">we\u2019ve<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> seen states step up when federal policy lags, and vice versa). In summary, you will still <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">benefit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> from other incentives like <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">local rebates, state tax credits, solar renewable energy certificates (SRECs)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">, etc., if available in your area. Our team can provide a full incentives overview for your location \u2013 check out our <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">Solar Incentives by State<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> resources or give us a call. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">Even without the federal credit, going solar often makes financial sense, especially as utility rates rise. But with the credit, the case is outstanding, so you can imagine why <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\">we\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255264137 BCX8\"> keen on helping folks capture it.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW255264137 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-120477e4 custom-blog-style e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"120477e4\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In May 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the &#8220;One Big, Beautiful Bill,&#8221; which proposes significant changes to clean energy tax incentives:\u00a0 Early Termination: The 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit would end on December 31, 2025, instead of 2032 as previously planned. This would require systems to be installed and placed in service to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":2644,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14,88,12],"tags":[35,18],"class_list":["post-2596","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-solar-energy","category-2025-b","category-industry-news","tag-residential-solar","tag-solar-energy"],"acf":{"key_insights_html":"","faq_html":"","citations_html":"","cta_html":"<h2 style=\"color:#000000;font-size:42px;font-weight:bold;\">See How Much You Can Save with Solar in Seconds<\/h2>\r\n<br><br><br><br>\r\n<p>Curious about how much going solar could lower your electric bills? 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