Florida Solar Rebates Frequently Asked Questions
General Solar Rebate Information
What is the Florida Solar Energy System Incentives Program?
The Florida Solar Energy System Incentives Program provides a set
dollar amount rebate for the purchase and installation of solar
domestic water heating and solar thermal swimming pool heating
systems. Photovoltaic (solar electric) systems and commercial solar
water heating system rebates are based upon system size and
performance.
What is a rebate?
A rebate means a cash payment after the purchase of a qualified
solar system. The expense of purchasing and installing the system is
the responsibility of the rebate applicant.
Can I apply for more than one rebate?
Rebates are limited to one solar water heater, one solar pool heater
and one photovoltaic system per resident.
Do I have to report my rebate as income on my federal tax return?
No, the rebate is not considered taxable income, but you will need
to deduct it from the cost of the system when you are calculating
your federal solar energy tax credit. You should consult for
financial advisor for assistance.
Amount of Solar Rebates
How much are the rebates?
* Solar thermal swimming pool heaters are eligible for a $100 rebate
per system
* Solar domestic water heaters are eligible for a $500 rebate per
system
* Commercial solar water heating systems are eligible for a rebate
of $15 per 1,000
Btu, with a maximum rebate amount of $5,000
* Photovoltaic systems of 2 kilowatts (kW) or larger can qualify for
a rebate based
on the manufacturer’s power output rating of the system. The amount
is $4 per
Watt with a residential cap of $20,000 and a $100,000 cap for
commercial,
publicly-owned, or private non-profit organizations.
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