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Federal Incentives
Federal and state governments offer a number of tax incentives that make solar power a smart investment for commercial buildings. These tax deductions, tax credits, loans and rebate programs effectively slash the costs of solar power systems, cutting your capital expense by up to 70% and reducing your payback period to as few as 5 years. Below you’ll find a listing of the many federal incentives available for solar power systems. Please keep in mind that many states, cities and utilities provide additional incentives.
For systems installed in 2010, the U.S. Department of Treasury offers a renewable energy grant that will cut the cost of your system by 30%.
Corporate Deduction
Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Tax Deduction
Corporate Depreciation
Modified Accelerated Cost-Recovery System (MACRS) + Bonus Depreciation (2008-2009)
Corporate Exemption
Residential Energy Conservation Subsidy Exclusion (Corporate)
Corporate Tax Credit
Business Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Energy-Efficient Appliance Tax Credit for Manufacturers
Energy-Efficient New Homes Tax Credit for Home Builders
Renewable Electricity Production Tax Credit (PTC)
Federal Grant Program
U.S. Department of Treasury - Renewable Energy Grants
USDA - Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grants
Federal Loan Program
Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBs)
Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds (QECBs)
U.S. Department of Energy - Loan Guarantee Program
USDA - Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Loan Guarantees
Industry Recruitment/Support
Qualifying Advanced Energy Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit
Production Incentive