(photo by Lisa Welbourn)

Tax season seems like a good time to deliver news on a way to save money by making an eco-friendly investment in your home. California Solar Energy Industries Association supports the widespread adoption of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems by educating consumers, supporting solar legislation and conducting business in a professional and ethical manner. CAL SEIA is a non-profit business association. It's activities are supported by its members.

Among other information on the CAL SEIA web site you can get a basic explanation of tax credits for installing solar electric and solar domestic water heating systems by clicking here: Federal Solar Tax Credits

California Law provides a property tax exemption for qualified solar energy systems. For CAL SEIA's info on the exemption click here: California Property Tax Exemption

The State of California has put in place a range of financial incentives that substantially reduce the costs of solar energy systems. For CAL SEIA's info on the incentives click here: Energy Rebates