Energy Tax Credits for Schools

Energy tax credits offer an unprecedented opportunity for schools to modernize their facilities and fleets. These upgrades can reduce operating costs, and create safer, healthier, more resilient learning environments for students and staff.

Schools can now access the full value of tax credits through Elective Pay (also called Direct Pay).

We are working to provide school districts and their partners with the tools and resources they need to make the most of this opportunity.

Do you have a project that may be eligible for energy tax credits through Elective Pay?

Tell us about it here.

Download and share a two-pager with the basics.

Download and share a two-pager for district leaders.

Watch a webinar to learn from national experts.

Schools and IRA 101: Beyond Grants: Federal Funding for School Facilities

Schools and IRA 201: Going Deeper on IRA Tax Credits for Schools

Download and share a two-pager for advocates.

Read about school projects using Elective Pay.

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Check out federal resources

Fact Sheet

Event Video

Toolkit

Template District Resolution to Explore Energy Tax Credits

This template resolution can be customized for your district and addresses the following areas:

  • Declarations about why this matters to students - whereas

  • Commitments by the school district - now therefore, be it resolved

  • Actions to get started - be it further resolved, pursuant to the foregoing commitments