2023 Solar Incentives Guide for Diberville, MS - Tax Credits & Rebates

In this guide, we'll cover the latest solar incentives and rebates available in Diberville.

You'll learn about:

  • Local & State Solar Incentives
  • Federal Tax Credits (Updated for 2023 and beyond)
  • Ways to optimize your solar investment

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By EcoWatch Local Advisors

Data Analysis: James Savino

Ranking Methodology: Karsten Neumeister

Updated May 04, 2023

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What Solar Tax Credits, Incentives, and Rebates are Available in Diberville?

Coast Electric Power Association - Comfort Advantage Home Program

Incentive Type:
Rebate Program
New Homes
Comfort Advantage Basic: $300
Comfort Advantage Plus: $500
Comfort Advantage Apartment: $200/unit
Geothermal Heat Pumps add-on: $500
Per additional unit of Heat Pump: $150

Existing Homes
Geothermal Heat Pump (13 SEER or higher): $400
Per additional unit of Heat Pump: $150

Singing River Electric Power Association - Comfort Advantage Home Program

Incentive Type:
Rebate Program
New Homes
Comfort Advantage Home: $300
Comfort Advantage Plus Home: $500
Additional incentive for a qualified geothermal HVAC system: $1000

Existing Homes
Heat Pump: $400
Geothermal Heat Pump: $900
Additional Heat Pump Units: $150/unit

Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Incentive Type:
Rebate Program
New Homes
Heat Pump: $400
Electric Water Heater: $150

Existing Homes
Heat Pump: $400
Gas to Electric Water Heater Conversion: $150

Federal Residential Renewable Energy Tax Credit

Incentive Type:
Personal Tax Credit
30% federal tax credit for systems placed in service after 12/31/2021 and before 01/01/2033. Good for: solar water heat, solar photovoltaics, biomass, geothermal heat pumps, wind (small), fuel cells using renewable fuels.

Source: https://www.dsireusa.org/


Solar incentives are designed to encourage people to switch their home over to renewable energy by offering incentives that lower the financial burden of solar panel installation and use. Incentives may include things like discounts, cash back or monthly utility bill credits. Some incentives are offered by the federal government, while others are offered by the Mississippi government or your specific utility company, county or municipality. You might qualify for any of the following types of solar incentives:

  • Net Metering: Net metering factors in after your solar panels are up and running. If you have a net metering agreement in place with your Diberville utility company, the company will subtract the value of the excess energy your solar system produces from your monthly utility bill. In some places, this is a dollar-for-dollar credit, while in other places you might be refunded a percentage of the value.
  • Tax Credits: Tax credits are dollar-for-dollar reductions that lower the amount of income tax you owe the government. (A tax credit is different from a tax deduction.)
  • Rebates: Rebates, or partial refunds after a purchase, are normally given before any solar tax credits are calculated. Solar rebates can be given by your local utility company, by your county or by your state.
  • Tax Exemptions: Tax exemptions may come in one of two forms. The first is sales tax exemption, applied when you purchase solar panels. The second is property tax exemption, which allows you to ignore the added value of your solar system when paying property tax on your house.

Federal Solar Incentives

When you hear the term "solar incentives," federal incentives are likely the first thing that comes to mind. It's likely that you've heard of the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit, or ITC. The ITC is a tax credit that reduces your taxes by a specified percentage of the money you spend on your solar system.

The ITC originally covered 30% of the total cost of installing a solar system, although it has fluctuated slightly over the years between 26-30%. The installation date of your solar system will determine what percentage you qualify for. The total installation cost includes the panels themselves as well as the cost of equipment, accessories and labor. There is no maximum claim amount. The ITC can be applied to solar panels installed after January 1, 2006 on your primary or secondary residence. The residence must be owned by you and in the United States.

Your local Diberville solar panel installer can provide more information about the ITC and how it might apply to your situation.

In August 2022, the ITC (now called the Clean Energy Credit) was bolstered by the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act. Now, solar installation projects that are completed between 2022 and 2032 may be eligible for a 30% tax credit. This percentage will then see a slight annual decrease until the end of the current Clean Energy Credit in 2035. The program expansion also makes credits for energy storage systems even easier to claim, starting in 2023.

Click here to learn more about the new Inflation Reduction Act. Your local Diberville solar panel installer can answer any questions you have and explain how the new Clean Energy Credit may apply to you.

State & Local Solar Incentives

There are more than just federal solar incentives; tax credits, rebates and more might also be offered at the local or state level. These incentives — which might be provided by the state of Mississippi, or by your county or municipality — may be offered on an ongoing basis, or for only a limited time.

Next Steps for Installing Solar in Diberville

The nationwide use of solar energy has increased enormously in the last 15 years, in part due to the growth in the number of solar incentives. You can obtain these incentives from the federal government, the Mississippi government or your local utility company. Call your local solar panel installation company today to learn more and to save the most money possible on solar panels for your Diberville home.

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★★★★★
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EcoWatch's Diberville, MS Solar Incentives FAQs

How can I learn if I qualify for solar incentives?

It's a good idea to talk to your local Diberville solar installer for a better understanding of which incentives your project will qualify for. In most cases, solar incentives apply to new solar systems installed on a property you own (in the U.S.) between the dates specified by the incentive. Some incentives, such as those provided at the level of the Mississippi government, might have other requirements.

I already have solar panels. Are there any incentives that I qualify for?

You should plan to talk to a representative from the company that installed your solar panels — or speak to a local Diberville solar installer — to better understand which incentives you may qualify for. If your solar panels were installed after January 1, 2022, you likely qualify for the newly increased 30% tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act. Systems installed between 2006 and 2021 may qualify for a tax credit of 26-30%.

How much can I save annually on my electric bill if I add solar panels to my Diberville home?

When you add solar panels to your house in Diberville, you can anticipate savings of about $1,101.34 per year, or about $20,925.47 over 20 years.

Who installs solar panels near me?

To find the right solar panel installer for you, check out our guide to Diberville's best solar panel companies.

Can I use solar and another type of renewable energy in combination to power my home?

Yes, you can use multiple types of renewable energy to power your home, such as a combination of solar and geothermal. You can also use both renewable energy sources and a backup source of non-renewable energy. Be sure to discuss your proposed plan with your local Diberville solar panel installer, to get an understanding of what will be needed and what types of incentives you might or might not qualify for.

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Solar incentive research was conducted by Melissa Smith and Karsten Neumeister. Local data analysis was conducted by James Savino. See something we missed or could do better? Email the editor.

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