Tax Credits and Incentives

Did you know the cost of green improvements to your home can be significantly offset through federal, state, local, and utility credits and incentives?

Sources for Tax Credits and Incentives
 
Federal

• Home Improvements - Stimulus Bill Updates
• Efficient Cars - Stimulus Bill Updates
• Tax Incentives Assistance Project (TIAP)
• Brochure: Residential Energy Efficiency Incentives (TIAP)

NOTE: Improvements / Purchases made in 2009 will be claimed on your 2009 taxes (filed by April 15, 2010) — use IRS Tax Form 5695 (2009 version) — it will be available late 2009 or early 2010.

State

• The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
• US Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy by State
• National Association of State Energy Officials – Funding Opportunities and Resources

Local

• The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
• Energy Star's Appliance Rebate Locator (by zip code)

Utility

• The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
• Programs and Incentives Information from the Edison Electric Institute

Financing and funding for Green Home Purchase and Improvements

• Energy Efficient Mortgages – from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban    Development (HUD)
• Energy Efficient Mortgages – from Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)
• Green Financing Programs – from myEnergyLoan
• Funding Opportunities – directory from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency    (EPA)

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