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Ongoing tax credit; claimed annually on Form IT-255 when filing New York State taxes.
Solar Energy System Equipment Tax Credit (New York State) is sponsored by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. This state tax credit is available to New York residents who purchase or lease solar energy system equipment, or enter into an agreement to buy power generated by a solar energy system. It can reduce state income tax liability.
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Solar Energy System Equipment Credit Solar Energy System Equipment Credit You are entitled to claim this credit if you: purchased solar energy system equipment, entered into a written agreement for the lease of solar energy system equipment, or entered into a written agreement that spans at least ten years for the purchase of power generated by solar energy system equipment not owned by you.
The solar energy system must use solar radiation to produce energy for heating, cooling, hot water, or electricity for residential use. The system must also be installed and used at your principal residence in New York State. The credit is equal to 25% of your qualified solar energy system equipment expenditures and is limited to $5,000.
The solar energy system equipment credit is not refundable. However, any credit amount in excess of the tax due can be carried over for up to five years. Form IT-255 , Claim for Solar Energy System Equipment, and its instructions .
Updated: December 16, 2019
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New York residents who purchase, lease, or enter a 10+ year PPA for solar energy system equipment installed at their principal New York State residence. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows 25% of qualified costs, up to $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Solar Energy System Equipment Tax Credit (New York State) is funded by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Solar Energy System Equipment Credit (New York State Tax Credit) is sponsored by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. A New York State income tax credit for residents who purchase or lease solar energy system equipment. The credit is equal to 25% of eligible system costs, with a maximum of $5,000. It can be combined with the federal tax credit and can be carried over for up to five years.
Solar Sales Tax Exemption in New York is sponsored by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. New York State offers a 100% exemption from state sales tax for solar technologies, including solar water heat, solar space heat, and solar pool heating. New York City and other local jurisdictions may also grant exemptions from local sales tax for residential solar panel systems.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA SBIR Phase I Solicitation invites small businesses to submit proposals for projects addressing critical environmental challenges. Awards are for six months to demonstrate proof of concept. Key focus areas include Clean and Safe Water, Air Quality and Climate, Homeland Security, Circular Economy/Sustainable Materials, and Safer Chemicals.
Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
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