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Pennsylvania Energy Incentives

Federal and state programs for solar, battery, EV, and efficiency upgrades.

Key Programs

Local solar group-buys (demo)Program

Some regions have periodic group-buy programs; timing can matter.

Federal Incentives

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
solar30%

Deduct 30% of the total cost of your solar energy system from your federal income taxes. Includes panels, inverters, racking, wiring, installation labor, and permitting.

Expires: 2032-12-31Official source โ†’
Federal Battery Storage Tax Credit
battery30%

Standalone battery storage systems of 3 kWh or larger qualify for the 30% federal tax credit, even without solar. Added by the Inflation Reduction Act.

Expires: 2032-12-31Official source โ†’
Federal Clean Vehicle Tax Credit
evUp to $7,500

Tax credit for purchasing a new qualifying electric vehicle. Amount depends on battery sourcing and manufacturing requirements.

Federal Heat Pump Tax Credit (25C)
heat-pumpUp to $2,000

30% credit on qualified heat pump costs, up to $2,000 per year. Can be claimed annually (not a one-time credit).

Federal Energy Efficiency Home Improvement Credit (25C)
weatherizationUp to $1,200/year

30% credit on insulation, windows, doors, and energy audits. Annual limit of $1,200 (separate from the $2,000 heat pump limit).