INCENTIVES
Federal Incentives
Residential Clean Energy Credit (30% Federal Tax Credit)
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Eligibility: Homeowners who purchase and install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, or geothermal heat pumps between 2022 and 2032.
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Credit Amount: 30% of the total installation cost, including equipment, labor, and permitting fees.
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Requirements:
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You must own the system (leases and power purchase agreements do not qualify).
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The system must be installed at your primary or secondary residence in the U.S.
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Rental properties are not eligible.
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Additional Info: If your tax liability is less than the credit, you can roll over the remaining amount to future tax years. ​
California State Incentives
Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)
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Purpose: Provides rebates for installing energy storage systems (batteries) to enhance grid reliability and support renewable energy.
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Rebate Amounts:
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Based on qualifications, limited availablility
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HEEHRA Rebates available through TECH Clean California
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Income-eligible Californians can maximize their savings when upgrading to a heat pump HVAC system.
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Rebates are exclusively available through TECH Clean California-certified, HEEHRA-trained contractors.
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Income-qualified California residents can receive a HEEHRA rebate of up to $4,000 or $8,000 for switching to a new heat pump HVAC system.
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Rebates can be combined with other incentives for even greater savings.