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Minnesota, with its robust renewable energy policies and incentives, is an excellent state for adopting solar power. The state experiences significant sunlight throughout the year, making it a viable option for both residential and commercial solar installations. Embracing solar energy not only reduces electricity bills but also contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable environment. With the current 1:1 net metering policy, there’s never been a better time to go solar in Minnesota. Enjoy cost savings, energy independence, and environmental benefits by switching to solar today. Let Wolf River Electric guide you every step of the way!

Cost Savings

Solar panels can drastically cut or eliminate your electricity bills!

Environmental Impact

Solar power is clean and renewable, reducing your carbon footprint.

Energy Independence

Gain freedom from utility rate fluctuations and power outages.

Property Value

Homes with solar panels often have higher property values and sell faster.

 
Federal Investment Tax Credit – 30%

The Residential Clean Energy Credit equals 30% of the costs of new, qualified clean energy property for your home installed anytime from 2022 through 2032. The credit percentage rate phases down to 26 percent for property placed in service in 2033 and 22 percent for property placed in service in 2034. You may be able to take the credit if you made energy-saving improvements to your home located in the United States.

The credit is nonrefundable, so the credit amount you receive can’t exceed the amount you owe in tax. You can carry forward any excess unused credit, though, and apply it to reduce the tax you owe in future years. Do not include interest paid, including loan origination fees.

The credit has no annual or lifetime dollar limit except for credit limits for fuel cell property. You can claim the annual credit every year that you install eligible property until the credit begins to phase out in 2033.

Credit limits for fuel cell property

Fuel cell property is limited to $500 for each half kilowatt of capacity. If more than one person lives in the home, the combined credit for all residents can’t exceed $1,667 for each half-kilowatt of fuel cell capacity.

Federal solar tax credit timeline chart showing 30%, 26%, and 22% ITC rates from 2022 to 2034 for Wolf River Electric customers.
State Incentives*

This state program provides rebates to residents who install solar systems. The rebates are performance-based, rewarding systems that produce more energy efficiently. Some utilities in Minnesota offer additional rebates for solar installations. These rebates can further reduce the cost of going solar. Check with your local utility provider for specific programs and eligibility requirements.

Minnesota’s net metering policy allows solar system owners to sell excess energy back to the grid at a 1:1 rate. This means you get full credit for every kilowatt-hour your system produces, reducing your future electricity bills.

Offered by Xcel Energy, this program provides additional performance-based incentives for residential and commercial solar installations. Participants receive payments based on the amount of energy their systems produce.

Solar energy systems in Minnesota are exempt from property tax assessments. This means installing a solar system will not increase your property taxes, even though it may increase your property value.

Equipment and materials for solar installations are exempt from state sales tax, reducing the overall cost of installing a solar system.

Financing Options

Financing options for solar energy in Minnesota are diverse, allowing homeowners and businesses to choose the best fit for their financial situation. From financing to solar loans, green energy loans, home equity loans, and manufacturer financing, there are many ways to make solar energy affordable and accessible. Explore these options and consult with a solar installer to determine the best financing strategy for your needs.

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*Ask your representative about which incentive you’re eligible to receive. Please consult a tax advisor on your ability to claim these nonrefundable tax credits.