A Look at Solar Jobs in the United States

Did you know that clean energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S. economy? 

According to E2 Clean Jobs America, 3.3 million Americans working in various different roles around clean energy now account for more than 3 percent of all new jobs added every year in the U.S., creating more positions in more roles […]

June 14th, 2024|Categories: Free Courses, Solar, Solar Business Growth, Solar miscellaneous, Workforce Learning & Development||

The Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit – Is it refundable?

Essentially every single homeowner in U.S. who purchases a solar PV system for their home is going to be applying for the Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit (also often called the Investment Tax Credit or ITC), currently a 30% federal tax credit. Solar sales professionals need to understand the basics of this tax credit, so […]

May 1st, 2024|Categories: Solar, Solar Business Growth, Solar miscellaneous, Solar Sales & Marketing, Uncategorized||

The Four Categories to Qualify for the Low Income Community Bonus Adder

The Low Income Community Bonus Adder provision in the Inflation Reduction Act is different from all the other bonus adders and the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) itself, because it is an allocated credit. That means there is a limited number available. 

There is a cap of 1.8 gigawatts annually that will be allocated, or awarded, to […]

What is the Purpose of Manufacturer’s Warranties?

When prospective solar customers are making financial decisions about their solar equipment, understanding the purpose and coverage of manufacturer warranties is crucial for ensuring peace of mind and long-term reliability. These warranties serve as a promise from manufacturers to stand behind their products, offering protection against defects, performance issues, and unexpected failures. 

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What is the Residential Clean Energy Credit and IRS Form 5695?

If a homeowner is purchasing solar for their home in the United States, undoubtedly, they will want to apply for the Residential Clean Energy Credit. Solar sales professionals need to understand the basics of this tax credit, so that it can be clearly explained to prospective residential solar customers. Of course, all customers should still […]

February 12th, 2024|Categories: Solar, Solar Business Growth, Solar miscellaneous, Solar Sales & Marketing||