US Solar and Wind Projects Start of Construction Guidance
Sector: Solar • Location: United States
Source: pv magazine International
The US Department of the Treasury issued guidance on the 'start of construction' rules for solar and wind projects to qualify for the 48E Investment Tax Credit and 45Y Production Tax Credit. The guidance outlines safe harbor provisions, replacing the previous 5% capital expenditure test for larger projects with a facts-and-circumstances approach focusing on physical work performed. Projects must b
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Solar, Wind, Seaport, Government
- Location
- United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- pv magazine International
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Description | The US Department of the Treasury issued guidance on the 'start of construction' rules for solar and wind projects to qualify for the 48E Investment Tax Credit and 45Y Production Tax Credit. The guidance outlines safe harbor provisions, replacing the previous 5% capital expenditure test for larger projects with a facts-and-circumstances approach focusing on physical work performed. Projects must begin construction by July 2026 or be placed in service by December 31, 2027, to qualify for tax credits. |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
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Source | pv magazine International |
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Sector | Solar, Wind, Seaport, Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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