Solar Incentives & Rebates in Massachusetts

Massachusetts homeowners can take advantage of federal and state incentives to significantly reduce the cost of going solar. Below is a complete breakdown of every incentive, rebate, and policy available in Massachusetts.

Net Metering

Full retail-rate net metering

SREC Program

SRECs available — earn credits for solar generation

State Tax Credit

15% state income tax credit

All Solar Incentives in Massachusetts

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Tax Credit

Reduces federal income tax liability by 30% of the total cost of a solar energy system, including equipment and installation.

Value: 30% of system cost
Eligibility: All US homeowners with sufficient tax liability. System must be new and installed on primary or secondary residence.
Expires: 30% through 2032, 26% in 2033, 22% in 2034

Massachusetts SMART Program

Rebate

Performance-based incentive payments for solar energy production over a 10-year period.

Value: $0.03-0.12/kWh for 10 years
Eligibility: Systems up to 5 MW connected to National Grid or Eversource
Expires: While capacity blocks available

Massachusetts Solar Tax Credit

Tax Credit

State income tax credit for residential solar installations.

Value: 15% of cost, up to $1,000
Eligibility: Massachusetts residents
Expires: Ongoing

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