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Connecticut is one of the best states in the country for solar, especially when it comes to incentives that make the upgrade more feasible. The average price of a solar system in the Constitution State is $9,399\u00a0\u2013 $24,000 according to Angi<\/a>, and with the right combination of rebates and tax incentives, you could save a lot of money on the initial installation costs. The average Connecticut homeowner could also save more than $42,000 throughout their solar system\u2019s life.<\/p>\n

In this article, I cover Connecticut\u2019s solar incentives, explaining how to make the most of the state\u2019s incentives and how much you can save.<\/p>\n

How Does Connecticut Rank for Solar Incentives?<\/h2>\n

Connecticut offers more solar incentives than most states, which is good news because the cost per watt of going solar in Connecticut is $2.80, $0.14 higher than the national average of $2.66. Connecticut residents also have more to gain by switching to solar than the residents of most states, since the average monthly utility bill is a staggering $161.55. That\u2019s about $44 higher than the national average.<\/p>\n

The table below summarizes all the available solar incentives in Connecticut, including a rough estimate of how much money each could save you. The following sections will break down how each program works and what the eligibility requirements are.<\/p>\n

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Solar Incentives Available in Connecticut<\/strong><\/td>\nWhat Is It?<\/strong><\/td>\nWhen Can You Get It?<\/strong><\/td>\nHow Much Can It Save You?<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)<\/td>\nCredits 30% of your entire system price to your income tax burden<\/td>\nOne time:<\/strong> Gets applied when you file your taxes after installation<\/td>\n$6,300 via tax credits on average in Connecticut<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Smart-E Loans<\/td>\nLow-interest financing for energy-efficient home improvements like solar panels<\/td>\nOne time: <\/strong>Applies when you purchase your solar energy system<\/td>\nVaries depending on system size and loan details<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems<\/td>\nAvoids property taxes increasing after installation<\/td>\nOngoing: <\/strong>Applies every year your system holds value<\/td>\nVaries depending on your system\u2019s size and your property tax rate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sales Tax Exemption for Solar Systems<\/td>\nSolar panels are exempt from sales tax in Connecticut<\/td>\nOne time: <\/strong>You don\u2019t have to pay sales tax when you purchase your solar system<\/td>\nVaries, but averages out to $1,334 for a 7.5-kW system<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Net Metering (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions)<\/td>\nAllows you to earn energy credits for all overproduction<\/td>\nOngoing<\/strong>: Always in effect<\/td>\nVaries based on system size, energy needs and credit rate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)<\/h2>\n

The IRS runs a federal investment tax credit<\/a> (ITC) program for solar and other clean energy systems. This is perhaps one of the best solar incentives in the country, since you can claim up to 30% of your new solar system\u2019s cost as a credit for the installation year. There is no annual or lifetime limit should you decide to make future energy efficiency upgrades.<\/p>\n

An important point that some people miss about the ITC is that it is a nonrefundable tax credit, not a tax rebate. That means that you must owe taxes to take advantage of the incentive. You won\u2019t receive a refund if the credit you claim exceeds your actual tax liability.<\/p>\n

The federal ITC is scheduled to phase out by 2032 unless Congress extends it. That gives you a bit of time to claim the tax credit, but you should do so sooner than later. The longer you wait, the lower the amount you can claim. <\/p>\n

After December 31st, 2032, this timeline for the ITC\u2019s phase-out will start:<\/p>\n