Grants & Incentives in United States (2026)
We cover 276 locations across 6 regions of United States. Electricity prices in our dataset range from $0.12 to $0.32 per kWh depending on region — a spread of 167%, which is why solar grants and incentives are worth materially different amounts in different parts of the country. Roof area is measured in square feet here. Grant, rebate and export-tariff schemes differ by country and by region, and the amount they are worth depends on the electricity price you are offsetting.
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Support schemes available in United States (2026)
These are the nationally administered schemes that apply across the regions listed above. Terms, rates and eligibility are set by each administering body and change between years — always confirm current details with that body before applying.
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit
Percentage-based credit against federal income tax, claimed via IRS Form 5695
- How to apply:
- Annual Income Tax Filing
- Note:
- Confirm the current-year rate before filing
State / Utility Solar Rebate
Cash-back or bill-credit programs administered separately by state and utility
- How to apply:
- Post-Installation Claim
- Note:
- Subject to Fund Capacity
Net Metering / Interconnection
Utility credit for surplus electricity exported to the grid
- How to apply:
- Grid Interconnection Agreement
- Note:
- Terms vary by utility
SREC Programs
Tradable credits for generated solar electricity, available in select states only
- How to apply:
- Automated Meter Report
- Note:
- State-dependent — not available nationwide