Energy Efficiency Tax Credits

A number of tax credits for residential energy efficiency have been renewed.

These tax credits are available for purchases made in 2016, as well as retroactive to purchases made in 2015.

ENERGY STAR products eligible for tax credits are independently certified to save energy, save money and protect the environment. Use up to 30% less energy in your home by outfitting it with principal residence. New construction and rentals do not apply.

Biomass Stoves
Air Source Heat Pumps
Central Air Conditioning (CAC)
Gas, Propane, or Oil Hot Water Boiler
Gas, Propane or Oil Furnaces and Fans
Insulation
Roofs
Water Heaters (non-solar)
Windows, Doors & Skylights

Tax Credit: 30% of cost with no upper limit

Expires: December 31, 2016
* (Tax credits for Solar Energy Systems are available at 30% through December 31, 2019.
The credit decreases to 26% for tax year 2020; drops to 22% for tax year 2021 then expires December 31, 2021)

Details: Existing homes and new construction qualify. Both principal residences and second homes qualify. Rentals do not qualify.

Geothermal Heat Pumps
Small Wind Turbines (Residential)
Solar Energy Systems *

Tax Credit: 30% of cost with no upper limit

Expires: December 31, 2016

Details: Existing homes and new construction qualify. Must be your principal residence. Rental homes and second homes do not qualify.

Fuel Cells (Residential Fuel Cell and Microturbine System)
* The tax credit information contained within this website is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for expert advice from a professional tax/financial planner or the IRS.

https://www.energystar.gov/about/federal_tax_credits

 

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