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How To Get Your Louisiana Federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credits

Federal Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency:

If you purchase an energy-efficient product or renewable energy system for your home in Louisiana and surrounding areas, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit. Below you will find an overview of the federal tax credits for energy efficiency.

Please note, not all ENERGY STAR qualified products qualify for a tax credit. ENERGY STAR distinguishes energy efficient products which, although they may cost more to purchase than standard models, will pay you back in lower energy bills within a reasonable amount of time, without a tax credit.

What You Need to Know
What is included in the Federal Tax Credit?
Tax Credit:
10% of cost up to $500
Expires:
December 31, 2013

Details:
How do I Qualify?

- Must be an existing home & your principal residence.
- Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Insulation
- Roofs (Metal & Asphalt)
- Water Heaters (non-solar)
- Windows & Doors

Tax Credit:
- 10% of cost up to $500
- Expires: December 31, 2016

Details:
- Existing homes & new construction qualify. Both principal residences and second homes qualify. Rentals do not qualify.
- Geothermal Heat Pumps
- Small Wind Turbines (Residential)
- Solar Energy Systems

Tax Credit:
- Credit Details: 10% of the cost, up to $500 per .5 kW of power capacity
- Expires: December 31, 2016

Details:
- Existing homes & new construction qualify. Must be your principal residence. Rentals and second homes do not qualify.
- Fuel Cells (Residential Fuel Cell and Microturbine System)

How do I apply for my Federal Tax Credit?
A certified energy auditor can file program rebates
www.energystar.gov

Tax Incentives:
Entergy New Orleans

Entergy Smart Program offers incentives for Weatherization of your home:

• .35 rebate per s.f. for attic insulation
• .25 rebate per s.f. for wall insulation
• .20 rebate per s.f. for floor insulation (spray foam qualifies here)
• .20 per 1 cfm air-infiltration reduction of home
• .24 for HVAC duct leakage reduction / per cfm

An Energy Audit is required to receive the following rebates by a licensed professional and must be a listed state contractor.

Federal HomeStar Program: Star America legislation was enacted on December 8, 2009 by President Obama. The legislation proposes a new program that would reimburse homeowners up to $12,000 in spending on home energy efficiency improvements. Check with your local and state entities for operating programs in your area.

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