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Commercial Solar Still Has Time? Why Businesses Can Save Big Through 2026
Commercial Solar Incentives Aren’t Gone — But the Clock Is Ticking
While residential solar tax credits are set to expire at the end of 2025, commercial solar projects still have a valuable — but limited — window of opportunity.
Who Can Still Benefit From Commercial Solar Incentives:
How the Commercial Solar Tax Credit Works:
Commercial solar projects qualify under different rules than residential systems.
Instead of needing to be fully installed by the end of 2025, commercial projects can qualify by meeting IRS “begin construction” requirements.
This typically means:
- Beginning construction or procurement activities Or safely harboring a portion of project costs (often 5–10%)
- Once those requirements are met, the project can remain eligible for the full federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
Date for Commercial Solar Projects: July 4, 2026
For many commercial projects, July 4, 2026 is a critical milestone.
By that date:
- Projects must meet safe harbor or begin-construction standards
- Systems can qualify for the 30% base ITC
- Some projects may also qualify for additional bonus credits, depending on structure and eligibility
This means businesses effectively have extra time — but not unlimited time — to lock in incentives.additional bonus credits, depending on structure and eligibility
Why Waiting Is Still Risky for Businesses
Even with a longer grace period, delaying commercial solar projects can still cost money.
Businesses that wait too long may face:
- Installation backlogs as deadlines approach
- Rising equipment and labor costs
- Lost months or years of energy savings
- Missed opportunity to offset peak demand charges
In other words, having more time doesn’t mean timing doesn’t matter.
Commercial Solar Is About More Than Tax Credits
For many West Virginia businesses, the ITC is only part of the equation.
Commercial solar can also:
- Lower operating expenses
- Hedge against rising energy rates
- Improve long-term budget predictability
- Support sustainability and ESG goals
- Increase property value
When paired with incentives, solar often becomes a strategic financial decision, not just an environmental one.
Ownership, Financing, and Third-Party Options
Commercial projects offer flexibility in how systems are structured.
Depending on your organization, you may choose:
- Direct ownership to capture tax benefits
- Financing options to preserve capital
- Third-party ownership or power purchase agreements (PPAs)
- Lease structures that convert energy costs into predictable operating expenses
The right option depends on tax appetite, capital availability, and long-term goals.
Work With a Local Commercial Solar Partner
At Revolt Energy, we help West Virginia businesses:
- Evaluate commercial solar feasibility
- Navigate federal incentive rules and timelines
- Structure projects for maximum financial benefit
- Design systems sized for real operational savings
If your organization is considering solar, now is the time to explore how much runway — and savings — you still have.
Schedule a free solar consultation with Revolt Energy today
