Solar incentives and rebates can save you thousands of dollars on installing solar panels. This is our one-stop-shop for all things incentives, including how they work, where they're available, and how much you can save.
Step-by-step instructions for using IRS Form 5695 to claim the 30% federal solar tax credit.
Written by Ben Zientara
Net metering is the utility billing practice of recording the excess energy generated by a solar installation and applying it to the customer’s bill as credit toward energy drawn from the grid.
Written by Ben Zientara
There are multiple solar incentive programs to help offset the cost of solar panels. Federal and state tax credits, rebates, and performance payment programs can help you save 30-60% or more off the initial costs to go solar.
Written by Ben Zientara
The federal solar tax credit equals 30% of solar installation costs and may result in a bigger tax return!
Written by Catherine Lane
Explaining how much New Jersey's successor solar incentive program can save homeowners and what it means for the state's solar industry.
Written by Catherine Lane
What Minnesota's New 100% Carbon-Free Energy Law Means
Written by Ben Zientara
Xcel Energy Colorado will provide new incentives that will help spread the benefits of clean energy to a wide range of Colorado residents. Learn more here.
Written by Ben Zientara
North Carolina homeowners can save thousands of dollars by installing solar panels thanks to the state’s net metering policy.
Written by Catherine Lane