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Federal Incentives

Any business that installs a solar electric system on its property after December 31, 2008 is eligible for a 30% Federal Tax Credit on the total installed cost of the system, no maximum limit beginning in 2009. In addition to this credit, the business may take advantage of the 5-year accelerated depreciation schedulefor the solar system. If the federal tax credit exceeds tax liability, the excess amount may be carried forward to the succeeding taxable year.

Federal Incentive
Residential Investment Tax Credit Business Investment Tax Credit MACRS
30% 30% 5 Year accelerated depreciation

A complete list of incentives for solar nationwide can be found at dsireusa.org