The Clock Is Ticking on Solar Economics

July 4, 2026, is the last clear chance to lock in today’s federal solar tax credit. After that date, projects face stricter rules, tighter timelines, and higher costs, which is why prices are already rising.

What We’re Hearing From Installers

• Material prices are expected to rise starting as early as March
• Demand and pricing pressure are expected to peak late spring through July
• Install crews will be harder to secure as more projects rush to qualify

Why Prices are Increasing

• Equipment is already being reserved
• Labor and utility approvals are getting tighter
• Projects that wait are more likely to face higher pricing or delays

For multifamily retrofits, which often take 9–12 months from planning to operation, waiting too long can mean missing the best economics entirely.

What the “Safe Harbor” Deadline Means 

Between July 4, 2025 and July 4, 2026, you can still lock in today’s 30%  tax credit by doing one simple thing:

• Pay at least 5% of the project cost, or
  
  
• Start construction

You don’t have to finish the project by then, just take action to secure today’s incentive.

How to Secure ITC 

• Start feasibility and design now
• Lock in pricing asap
• Keep flexibility while protecting incentives

The Bottom Line

As the 7/4/26 deadline gets closer, pricing pressure will increase. Projects that wait are likely to pay more for the same result.

Ivy Energy’s expert team will provide a free, no-obligation portfolio analysis to identify Safe Harbor opportunities, pricing exposure, and the smartest path forward for your assets.