Incentives for Commercial Buildings and Construction of Efficient New Homes
Incentives are available for improving the energy efficiency of existing commercial buildings or designing high efficiency into new homes.
Federal
Commercial Building Tax Deduction Coalition
Commercial Lighting Tax Deduction
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) - grants and loans
State
Summary of state tax credit - state tax credits are available to the following commercial entities:
- Owners of commercial buildings for improvements through energy-efficient interior lighting, HVAC or hot water systems. Download state tax form 5695-K to file for credit.
- Builders of ENERGY STAR site built homes or sellers of ENERGY STAR manufactured homes. Download state tax form 8909-K to file for credit.
Utilities
- Contact your local gas or electric utility to see what efficiency incentives they may offer.