2026 changed the math on home energy: the 30% federal solar credit is gone. This hub has the honest post-credit numbers — what solar, batteries, and efficiency upgrades actually cost now, and what incentives are still left.
Start here:
- How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in 2026? — $2.25–$3.30/W; the real payback math
- Federal Energy Tax Credits 2026: What Ended, What’s Left — 25C/25D ended; HEAR, leases, state programs explained
Coming in this section:
- Solar Shingles vs Solar Panels: Cost & Pros/Cons 2026
- Tesla Solar Roof Cost in 2026
- How Much Does a Solar Battery Cost? (Powerwall & Alternatives)
- 6kW vs 8kW vs 10kW Solar System Cost
- EV Charger Installation Cost at Home
- Attic Insulation & Window Replacement Costs
The 2026 reality in one line: owned solar installed in 2026 gets $0 federal credit — but state incentives, net metering, and lease/PPA options (via the surviving commercial §48E credit) still shape the economics. Check DSIRE for your state before deciding.