Nebraska Residential Solar Tax Credit

Nebraska Department of Revenue

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Nebraska Residential Solar Tax Credit is available to homeowners in Lincoln, NE.

Nebraska offers a state income tax credit for residential solar installations. Credit is calculated based on system size and federal tax credit eligibility. Stackable with federal solar investment tax credit.

State tax credit supplements federal solar incentives for total savings

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

In Lincoln, NE, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • State tax credit for residential solar
  • Stackable with 30% federal tax credit
  • Available to all Nebraska homeowners
  • Must use certified installer
  • Reduces total solar installation costs

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(402) 471-2867

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: IRS Form 5695

This is a federal tax credit, not a grant you apply for. You claim 30 percent of the cost of a qualifying solar or clean energy system on your federal tax return using Form 5695.

Steps to apply

  1. Have your solar or clean energy system installed and pay for it.
  2. Keep the itemized invoice and proof of payment.
  3. Complete IRS Form 5695 and file it with your Form 1040 for the year the system was placed in service.
  4. If the credit is larger than your tax bill, carry the unused amount forward to next year.
Get the official formDownload the fillable PDF

Documents you will likely need

  • Itemized invoice from your installer showing the system cost.
  • Proof of payment.
  • Manufacturer certification statement for the equipment.
  • Your federal tax return (Form 1040) for the year of installation.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing for qualifying installations

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Nebraska Residential Solar Tax Credit in Lincoln?

Nebraska Residential Solar Tax Credit is open to homeowners in Lincoln, NE. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for Nebraska Residential Solar Tax Credit in Lincoln, NE?

Apply directly with Nebraska Department of Revenue using the official program link on this page or call (402) 471-2867. There is no middleman and no fee.

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