To claim the nonrefundable Solar Energy Federal Tax credit, you need to complete and attach IRS Form 5695 (Residential Energy Credits) to your federal tax return.
The residential solar energy credit is worth 30% of the installed system costs through 2032. 26% in 2033. 22% in 2034 and expires after that.
Entering Energy Home Improvements:
- Open your return (if not already open).
- Enter "energy improvements" in the Search box.
- Click on "Jump to energy improvements" link.
- Enter "Yes" to the question, "Did you make any energy efficient improvements in 2024 or have a carryforward from 2023?". Click on Continue.
- Enter energy improvements information, and Continue.
The first part of the interview covers improvements like doors, windows, furnace, air conditioning, and heat pumps. If you're looking for other improvements like solar, geothermal, wind, and fuel cell, just keep going—the program will ask you about these soon.
TurboTax article: 2024-2025 Energy Tax Credit: Which Home Improvements Qualify?
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