Solar tax credit cliff tightens project deadlines
U.S. project developers face a shrinking timeline as federal investment and production tax credits are set to end early, and new import restrictions target Chinese components.
Treasury issues guidance for solar, wind ‘start of construction’ tax credit rules
The rules for safe harboring clean energy tax credits are “not as bad as rumored” but uncertainty remains on qualification requirements.
Solar installers must educate homeowners on impact of OBBB, survey finds
In addition to educating potential customers on going solar, Aurora Solar’s CEO advises that installers must cut soft costs, adjust sales strategies and prioritize transparency.
Low-income housing in Boston to save over $800,000 on bills with rooftop solar
Four solar projects for a 104 unit multifamily were supported by the 30% federal investment tax credit, plus a 10% adder for its designation as a low-income community project – credits that are soon going away under the new Republican budget bill.
Solar installer websites respond quickly to attract business before the end-of-year deadline
In a review of 75 different installer websites across 10 different states, pv magazine USA found some quick responses to the repeal of the tax credit, meant to generate a sense of urgency to sign solar contracts.
Trump executive order adds harsher cuts to solar and wind tax credits
The order tightens the deadline for project tax credit eligibility and orders the Treasury to apply enhanced Foreign Entity of Concern restrictions to imports.
Older Americans encouraged to go solar through Third Act and EnergySage partnership
Third Act was founded by environmentalist Bill McKibben who encourages residential solar because solar power works, it is an inexpensive form of power, it lowers energy bills and helps stabilize the grid.
Senate passes budget bill in tie-break, with deep solar cuts left intact
Solar industry leader warns that passage of this bill will weaken the U.S. industries that power the economy and strengthen national security.
Solar companies adapt in changing times
pv magazine USA spoke with Solar Insure’s Dean Chiaravallotti who shared his thoughts on ways in which solar businesses can adapt, innovate and be strategic.
SunPower will beat solar policy threats, says CEO
Regardless of legislative outcomes, T.J. Rodgers vowed that SunPower would survive any solar-industry policy turbulence.
