Solar Thermal

Missouri PACE

Missouri Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (PACE) financing helps property owners in the state make investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy of all kinds. To repay the loan, property owners make fixed-rate payments as part of their annual property tax bill on terms up

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Nonfossil Energy Generation Tax-Exempt Property

Montana law exempts capital investments in non-residential buildings that generate energy from non-fossil sources from property tax. Exemptions cannot exceed $100,000 and last ten years after installation. To claim the exemption, use Montana Department of Revenue Form AB-14.

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Alternative Energy Revolving Loan Program

The Montana Energy Office operates a revolving fund to provide low-interest loans to local governments, non-profits, and businesses under 100 employees for renewable energy and efficiency projects. The program offers loans up to $40,000 at an interest rate of 3% on terms of up to

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C-PACE

Commercial properties and large residential developments in certain Montana districts can apply for financing that covers 100% of the upfront costs for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. Applicants must show that projects save more money than they cost over their lifetimes. Repayment periods can

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Solar Energy Sales Tax Exemption

Minnesota law entirely exempts any system utilizing solar energy, including to heat water, buildings, or drive industrial processes, from sales tax. Minnesota Department of Revenue Form ST3 “Certificate of Exemption” can be used to claim the exemption.

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