Incentives for Home Solar in Wisconsin

Residential Incentives

Currently, there are financial incentives available for installing home solar in Wisconsin Rapids, WI and around the state, but incentive programs can change quickly. To be certain that you are up to date, call Northwind Solar today about the best options for your home.

Federal Tax Credit: Provides residential solar installations with a 26% tax credit for systems installed in 2021 and 2022.

Focus On Energy: Focus on Energy provides a cash back rebate valued at $500 and a $500 bonus reward for systems installed in qualified rural areas. We will submit all application documents to Focus on Energy on your behalf.

State Sales Tax Exemption: Wisconsin holds a 100% exemption from sales and use tax for eligible purchases of your solar electric system.

Commercial Incentives

There are also a number of incentives available for commercial renewable energy systems. As with residential incentives, programs can change, so please call Northwind Solar for details and updates.

Federal Tax Credit (ITC): Provides commercial installations with a 26% tax credit for systems installed in 2021 and 2022.

Focus On Energy: Focus on Energy provides valuable rebates for commercial installations. This is a prescriptive program, and the rebate amount is based on system size. Contact Northwind Solar today to see how much money your project would be eligible to receive!

USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant: Offers an annual grant for rural businesses and agricultural properties that can pay up to 25% of an installed system cost. Northwind Solar can offer to write your grant application. Northwind Solar will help pre-qualify you for this grant program prior to grant writing.

Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS): This program provides accelerated depreciation for renewable energy installations. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, signed in December 2015, extended the "placed in service" deadline for bonus depreciation.

Solar energy equipment placed in service before January 1, 2018, can qualify for 50% bonus depreciation. Equipment placed in service during 2018 can qualify for a 40% bonus depreciation. And equipment placed in service during 2019 can qualify for a 30% bonus depreciation.

Solar For Good: RENEW Wisconsin offers the Solar for Good grant program to help non-profit organizations to go solar. Grant applications are accepted in the spring and in the fall. Contact Northwind Solar for more information about incentives for solar in Waupaca, WI.

Research your options: Research your options: You can start your research on our Solar Benefits page. You can also contact Northwind Solar by calling us at (715) 223-0418 or by using our online form.

Review benefits and key considerations: As with any investment, it is a good idea to understand the key considerations and benefits of solar power. Such due diligence will help you throughout the decision-making process. Our company is ready to assist you in this endeavor with a free consultation.

Contact Northwind Solar: Use our online form to request an estimate, describe your needs and interests, and submit any questions you might have about going solar in Waupaca, WI and around Central Wisconsin. We will contact you to discuss the solution that is right for you. You can also contact us by calling (715) 223-0418.