PTC – Electricity from Renewable Sources
Credit Type
Production
Tax Credit
Technology
Electricity
Eligibility
Wind, biomass, geothermal, solar, small irrigation, landfill/trash, hydropower, marine/hydrokinetic facilities
Base Rate
~$0.0055/kWh
Full Rate
~$0.0275/kWh
Bonus Adders
- Energy Community: +10%
- Domestic Content: +10%
Duration
10 years from placed-in-service date
Period of Availability
Construction must have begun before 1/1/2025. Replaced by §45Y for projects starting 2025+.
Transferable (§6418)
Yes
Key Limitations & Notes
- Cannot stack with §48
- Legacy credit (IRA-extended)
- Inflation-adjusted annually