Federal Solar Incentives Are Changing. Lock in Your Commercial Project Before July 2026.
Start Your Solar Project Today!Timing matters more than ever for commercial solar. Starting now protects incentives and pricing.
What Changed?
The One Big Beautiful Bill (H.R. 1) reshaped how federal solar incentives work. While commercial projects remain eligible for the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), new sourcing and timing requirements begin phasing in starting in 2026. Projects that wait will face tighter rules, higher costs, and fewer qualified suppliers.
Are Commercial Solar Incentives Still Available?
Yes. Commercial solar projects may still qualify for at least a 30% federal ITC, with additional credit potential for projects that meet domestic content requirements, are located in Energy Communities, or qualify under low-income provisions. Starting earlier provides more flexibility to meet these requirements.
Why Does July 2026 Matter for Cost and Incentives?
Starting a project before July 2026 gives you more time and fewer restrictions.
Projects that begin construction or meet Safe Harbor requirements before July 4, 2026 can lock in today’s incentive structure and preserve eligibility through 2030. Waiting means stricter sourcing rules, fewer qualified suppliers, and higher project costs.
At the same time, electricity demand is climbing and utility rates continue to outpace inflation. Grid constraints and delayed infrastructure projects are putting even more pressure on power prices.
Starting now isn’t just about incentives. It’s about locking in control before costs rise.