Federal Solar ITC + Duke Energy Progress Solar Rebate
IRS / Duke Energy Progress
About This Program
Note: Congress ended this federal tax credit for installations after December 31, 2025. Projects placed in service by that date can still be claimed on your 2025 federal return (IRS Form 5695).
Charlotte homeowners can combine the 30% federal Solar ITC with Duke Energy Progress's residential solar rebate program. Duke Energy has offered rebates of $0.25-$0.60 per watt for residential solar installations (check current availability). North Carolina also has a 35% state solar tax credit for residential properties (capped at $10,500). Combined incentives can offset 60%+ of system cost.
30% federal ITC + up to 35% NC state credit (capped at $10,500) + Duke rebate
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Other published resources for Charlotte, NC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Charlotte Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Up to $40,000
- HouseCharlotte Down Payment Assistance Program Up to $80,000 (city employees); up to $30,000 general
- City of Charlotte Neighborhood Matching Grants Up to $25,000 per application (Tier I)
- Mecklenburg County Critical Home Repair Program Full cost of critical repairs, no dollar cap published
Key Details
- 30% federal ITC on full solar installation cost
- NC Renewable Energy Tax Credit: 35% of cost, up to $10,500
- Duke Energy Progress residential solar rebate (check current availability)
- Duke net metering program credits excess generation to your bill
- Call Duke Energy: 800-777-9898 for rebate program details
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Form to file: IRS Form 5695
This is a federal tax credit, not a grant you apply for. You claim 30 percent of the cost of a qualifying solar or clean energy system on your federal tax return using Form 5695.
Steps to apply
- Have your solar or clean energy system installed and pay for it.
- Keep the itemized invoice and proof of payment.
- Complete IRS Form 5695 and file it with your Form 1040 for the year the system was placed in service.
- If the credit is larger than your tax bill, carry the unused amount forward to next year.
Documents you will likely need
- Itemized invoice from your installer showing the system cost.
- Proof of payment.
- Manufacturer certification statement for the equipment.
- Your federal tax return (Form 1040) for the year of installation.
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Ended December 31, 2025 (federal law change)
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