Naugatuck Valley Solar Landing Page
NVCOG is committed to encouraging the development of solar energy in our region. To that end, we have partnered with SolSmart, a nationally-recognized certification program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, to remove barriers and take actions in support of solar. In December of 2023, NVCOG was awarded Silver designation for our actions.
Regional Solar Goals
- Remove unnecessary barriers to development
- Craft & promote best practices
- Educate & train Staff
- Provide resources to towns, residents, and developers
- Reduce “soft costs”
- Achieve recognition as renewable-friendly region
Clean Energy Programs Phase-Out Schedule Update
With the 2025 federal administration change, a number of clean energy incentive programs are being phased out. The charts below list the program, its original termination date, and its new termination date.
State level incentives and financing, however, are still available. The most up-to-date information can be found on Energize CT’s database at Rebates and Incentives | EnergizeCT or the DSIRE national database at DSIRE.
Credit | IRA termination date | New termination date |
|---|---|---|
25C – Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit | Placed in service after 12/31/2032 | Placed in service after 12/31/2025 |
25D – Residential Clean Energy Credit | Property placed in service after 12/31/2034 | Any expenditures made after 12/31/2025 |
45L – New Energy Efficient Home Credit | Homes acquired after 12/31/2032 | Homes acquired after 06/30/2026 |
179D – Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction | Permanent | Property beginning construction after 06/30/2026 |
Clean electricity [in that case that someone leases rooftop solar and/or storage]
Credit | IRA termination date | New termination date |
|---|---|---|
45Y – Clean Electricity Production Credit | Phase down starts after 2032 OR the year after the year the US power sector reduces emissions to 75% below 2022 levels – whichever is later. | Phases down credits for projects commencing construction after 2033 (lagged effect of a 2032 trigger). Wind and solar must begin construction by 07/04/2026 (12 months after enactment) OR be placed in service by 12/31/2027. |
48E – Clean Electricity Investment Credit | Phase down starts after 2033 OR the year after the year the US power sector reduces emissions to 75% below 2022 levels – whichever is later | Phaseout for projects beginning construction in 2033 (lagged effect of a 2032 trigger). Wind and solar must begin construction by 07/04/2026 (12 months after enactment) OR be placed in service by 12/31/2027. |
Updated on August 7, 2025
Resources
Building a solar-powered Valley involves regional planning, municipal best practices, and initiative from residents and developers. We are here to provide resources and support the inclusive conversations that lead to real change. Choose the option below the best applies to you.
Solar Energy Development in the Naugatuck Valley Region
