Vermont Solar Incentives & Tax Credits
Every solar incentive available to Vermont homeowners in 2026.
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Federal Tax Credit — Expired for Purchases
The 30% federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (Section 25D) expired on December 31, 2025. Homeowners who buy a system with cash or a loan in 2026 can no longer claim it — a $21,465 system that once carried a $6,440 credit now has none.
- ✅ Solar leases and PPAs can still capture a federal credit through 2027 — the installer claims it and lowers your monthly payment
- ✅ State incentives and net metering below still apply to purchased systems
- ✕ No federal credit for cash or financed purchases placed in service after Dec 31, 2025
$1,000
Vermont State Incentive
Vermont offers a sales tax exemption and a net metering credit program.
Net Metering in Vermont
Vermont has Full Retail net metering. Your top utility, Green Mountain Power, credits you for excess solar power fed to the grid.
Policy Type
Full Retail
Electricity Rate
$0.198/kWh
Top Utility
Green Mountain Power
Utility Net Metering Policies in Vermont
| Utility | Rate/kWh | Net Metering | Capacity Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Power | $0.198 | Full Retail | No overall limit |
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