Trump Administration Wind and Solar Projects Subsidy Rules

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The US Treasury Department unveiled stricter rules for how solar and wind projects can qualify for federal tax subsidies under the new tax and spending law signed by President Donald Trump. The rules require developers of large solar arrays and wind farms to complete substantial and continuous physical work to qualify for tax credits, replacing the previous capital investment criteria. Small projects under 1.5 megawatts can still use the 5% safe harbor provision. These changes respond to an executive order restricting tax credit eligibility unless a substantial portion of a facility is built.