Solar Incentives
Federal tax credits, state rebates, and every incentive available to you.
The Federal Solar Tax Credit Ended in 2025 — What Homeowners Need to Know for 2026
For years, the 30% federal solar tax credit was the single biggest incentive for going solar. It ended for homeowners on December 31, 2025. Here's what changed, why, and what's still available in 2026.
State Solar Rebates and Incentives: The Complete 2026 Guide
The 30% federal residential tax credit ended for any system placed in service after December 31, 2025. What remains in 2026 are state-level incentives — rebates, income tax credits, property tax exemptions, and sales tax exemptions. In some states, stacking what's left can still meaningfully cut your net solar cost.
Solar SRECs: How to Earn Extra Income From Your Solar Panels
In states with active SREC markets, homeowners earn tradeable certificates for every 1,000 kWh their solar panels produce — worth $50–$400 each. A 7 kW system in New Jersey can generate $400–$1,200 per year in SREC income on top of electricity savings.
Local Utility Solar Rebates: How to Find and Claim Them
Beyond state tax credits, many individual utilities offer their own solar rebates — smaller, easy to miss, and worth checking for before you install.
Solar Property Tax Exemptions by State: What You Need to Know
Solar can raise your home value — which, without an exemption, could raise your property tax bill too. Here is how property tax exemptions prevent that.
Solar Incentives for Low-Income Homeowners
Several states run dedicated low-income solar programs, and community solar offers a path to savings for households that cannot install panels at all.
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