Tax Credits for Energy
Learn which energy-efficient and clean energy home improvements still qualify for federal tax credits when filing taxes in 2026 .
If you've upgraded your home with energy-efficient improvements or installed solar panels, you may qualify for valuable federal tax credits .
Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits and Incentives in 2026
The Energy efficient Home Improvement Credit applied to upgrades such as insulation, air sealing, windows, doors, and HVAC systems among others. As of January 1, 2026 , this credit is no longer available.
Claim up to $3,200 per year on the 25C energy tax credit for insulation, windows, heat pumps, and more in 2026 . See limits, eligible expenses, and how to file.
Energy Efficiency Tax Credits 2026
The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) continues through 2032, offering up to $2,000/year for heat pumps and $3,350 combined The Residential Clean Energy Credit (25D) for solar, wind, and geothermal remains available at 30% through 2032 The specific $150 energy audit tax credit expired December 31, 2025 — but improvements identified by audits still qualify Home Efficiency Rebates ...
The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (Section 25C) expired after December 31, 2025. Improvements such as insulation, windows, doors, HVAC systems, and home energy audits are no longer eligible unless placed in service by that date.
Federal Tax Credits for Home Improvement in 2026
Section 25C ( energy efficient home improvement credit ) and Section 25D (residential clean energy credit ) both expired December 31, 2025, under Pub. L. 119-21. No federal tax credit covers windows, insulation, heat pumps, or solar panels installed in 2026 . That does not mean the tax code ignores home improvements entirely.
If you make home improvements for energy efficiency, you may qualify for an annual tax credit up to $3,200.
Home energy tax credits
Energy improvements to your home such as solar or wind generation, biomass stoves, fuel cells, and new windows may qualify you for credits expanded in 2022.
The 25C credit covers 30% of costs up to $3,200 for heat pumps, insulation, windows, and some electrical upgrades installed in 2026 . Here's exactly what qualifies, what documentation you need, and what does not count.