Solar Opportunities: Alaska

Local Tax Incentive

Local Option - Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems  

In Alaska, municipalities may allow a full or partial property tax exemption for installed renewable energy systems, including solar water heat and solar photovoltaic systems. This program is a local option, so check with your local government to find out if it is available in your town. Check here for eligibility requirements and more information.

Federal Residential Renewable Energy Tax Credit

A federal-level investment tax credit (ITC) is now available to consumers wanting to purchase small wind turbines, solar panels, or geothermal heat pumps.  The ITC, written into law through the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, is available for equipment installed from Oct. 3, 2008 through Dec. 31, 2016. The credit covers 30 percent of the equipment cost, though some technologies have a credit cap of $2,000. More details and a complete list of eligible technologies can be found here.