If it is powered by solar, yes. Generators used to generate electricity for your home may be eligible for federal energy tax credits if they meet certain government criteria. Your generator may qualify as a renewable energy source if it is powered by solar, wind, geothermal, or fuel cell energy. Qualified expenses include the costs of new clean energy property including:
- Solar electric panels
- Solar water heaters
- Wind turbines
- Geothermal heat pumps
- Fuel cells
- Battery storage technology (beginning in 2023)
Used (previously owned) clean energy property is not eligible.
Homeowner's Guide to the Solar Tax Credit