HubPages, 2013 – a tax advice website (“Federal Solar Energy Investment Tax Credits for 2012, 2013” http://creditguide.hubpages.com/hub/Federal-Solar-Energy-Investment-Tax-Credits
Federal Solar Energy Investment Tax Credits
The solar energy tax credit began in 1978 and allowed you to claim a tax credit for solar energy purchases. It remained at the 15 percent credit until 1986 when it was reduced to 12 percent and was again reduced to 10 percent in 1988.
In 2005 the energy policy act was put in to place and allowed for a 30 percent tax credit of up to $2,000.00. This act was set to expire as of December 31, 2008 but received an 8 year extension. The $2,000.00 cap will also be lifted on solar purchases after December 31, 2008. So it may be a good time to consider using solar energy in your home.
AMT & Solar Energy Credits
Effective December 31st, 2008 alternative minimum tax (AMT) filers will be able to also apply for the solar investment tax credit as well. This credit was not previously available to AMT filers.
Qualifying Solar Equipment
To qualify for the solar energy investment tax credit you must use solar energy to generate electricity, heat, cool, or to provide light inside of a structure. Solar pool heating equipment does not qualify for this credit.
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