Subscribe to off-site solar farm — 5–15% discount on electric bill, no CapEx.
Community solar programs (Arcadia, Nautilus, Ampion, direct utility offerings in 22+ states) let renters or shaded-roof owners subscribe to a portion of a nearby solar farm. Utility credits your bill at retail; you pay solar provider at a 5–15% discount to the credit. Net savings on electric bill without any install. Available in NY, MA, MN, NJ, MD, IL, CO, ME, VT, HI, DC, and others.
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30% federal credit on residential solar, batteries, geothermal, wind, fuel cells.
Commercial solar/storage ITC — sell credit for cash or take direct payment (nonprofits).
Home builders get $2,500–$5,000 per unit sold/leased that meets ENERGY STAR / Zero Energy Ready.
Deduct up to $5.65/sq ft for energy-efficient commercial buildings (owners + designers).
30% §25D credit + state rebates on geothermal — heat/cool at 400–500% efficiency.
30% credit up to $1K residential / $100K per station commercial on EV chargers.
Shop your electricity supplier annually — save 15–35% vs default utility rate.
Enroll in utility DR programs — earn $50–$500/yr per home, $10K+/yr per commercial site.