Energy Credits Are Expiring
As part of ongoing changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), several energy-related and commercial tax credits now have revised timelines. We are tracking these updates to help homeowners and businesses understand opportunities to maximize their tax incentives before deadlines pass.

Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
- Originally scheduled to run through 2032.
- Under the OBBBA, the credit now expires on December 31, 2025.
- Provides a 30% credit on qualifying energy-efficient improvements, including exterior windows, skylights, doors, and home energy audits.
Residential Clean Energy Credit
- Originally scheduled to run through 2034.
- Now set to expire on December 31, 2025.
- Offers a 30% tax credit for installing solar panels, wind systems, geothermal heat pumps, or biomass energy equipment.
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit
- Originally set to expire in 2032.
- Qualifying property must now be placed in service by June 30, 2026.
- Provides up to $100,000 per charging port, fuel dispenser, or storage unit for clean-burning fuel infrastructure.
Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction
- Deduction will no longer be available for buildings where construction begins after June 30, 2026.
- Deduction amounts and eligibility were expanded under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Clean Electricity Investment & Clean Electricity Production Credit
- Eliminated for facilities placed in service after 2027, unless construction begins on or before July 4, 2026.
- Projects that begin construction after July 4, 2026, must be placed in service by December 31, 2027.
Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit
- Wind energy components won’t qualify after 2027.
- Credits for other critical materials will phase out between 2031 and 2033.
- Metallurgical coal suitable for steel production has been added to the list of critical minerals, with credits expiring after 2029.
Staying informed about these deadlines is critical for both homeowners and businesses looking to take advantage of available tax credits. Planning ahead ensures that energy-efficient improvements, renewable energy projects, and commercial building investments are completed in time to qualify.
At Barklee Financial Group, we monitor these updates closely to help clients navigate changing tax laws and make strategic decisions that optimize savings and compliance.