The bad news: The Reconciliation Bill passed by Republicans in Congress is gutting clean energy credits that are creating jobs and opportunity in Wisconsin. This legislation will lead to an energy shortage, send utility costs through the roof, make us more dependent on foreign oil and kill thousands of good-paying manufacturing jobs, all while polluting our air and water.
The good news: There is still time to take advantage of clean energy tax credits. Projects started by July 4th, 2026 are still eligible for existing clean energy credits. These credits typically cover 30% of project expenses for an array of clean energy projects including solar, wind, geothermal, battery storage.
Over the past year, FTW has elevated the importance of Direct Pay – which makes these clean energy credits available to non-taxed entities such as local governments, schools, non-profits, and places of worship.
We have highlighted numerous examples of successful entities that have received these funds such as Sugar Creek Lutheran Church.
Projects not started by July 4th 2026 can still be eligible if completed by the end of 2027. (Are you wondering what qualifies as “starting” your project? We’ve got you covered–you can check out the guidelines here.)
After this timeframe, a few clean energy projects will remain eligible for clean energy credits. Notably geothermal and battery storage will continue to be eligible for clean energy credits until 2034.
Because many of our partners are exploring solar and geothermal projects, this means that for many of our partners, solar projects are the most important to expedite.
If you are planning a solar project, it can still be eligible. This funding is yours but you do need to act fast to secure it. For more information, you can refer to this write up from Norton Rose Fulbright.