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Returning Member
posted Oct 28, 2022 9:49:09 AM

Solar tax credit question for Solar Equipment

I have purchased a portable power generator (aka solar generator), solar panels, mc4 cables, and solar panel mounting racks in 2022. All the equipment is new. They are not attached to the house but I use the generator to power things in my house and as a battery backup. Can these be used on / for the solar tax credit?

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Level 15
Oct 28, 2022 1:16:27 PM

According to this energy.gov publication:  "The solar PV panels located on your property do not necessarily have to be installed on your roof, as long as they generate electricity for use at your residence."

https://www.energy.gov/eere/solar/homeowners-guide-federal-tax-credit-solar-photovoltaics

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Oct 28, 2022 1:55:30 PM

Tomdb

Thank You for the link and information. Based on this it appears it does qualify.