The Tax Credit Is Phasing Out. Your Electric Bills Aren’t.
There’s still time to claim it, but installations take time. Start now to make the December 31, 2027 deadline.Why Farmers Are Investing in Solar Energy
Electric rates continue to rise, with no sign of slowing down. Recent data shows commercial electricity rates increasing by high single digits nationally, with some regions in the mid-Atlantic area experiencing double-digit spikes.
For farmers, that means:
- Higher, unpredictable operating costs
- Tighter margins
- More difficulty managing cash flow and planning for the future
Solar changes that. It lets you lock in a portion of your energy costs and reduce your long-term exposure to rising utility rates, giving you more control over your operation and its future.
The biggest risk isn’t going solar. It’s waiting too long.
The federal tax credit is still available, but only if your system is fully installed and operational by December 31, 2027. There’s no more safe harboring or extensions, so this deadline is firm.
Permitting, utility interconnection approvals, and equipment lead times are all running long right now. To safely meet this deadline, your project should be under contract by November 2026, if not sooner.
The longer you wait, the more exposed you are to rising electricity costs, with less time left to do anything about it.
Find out if your farm can still make the December 31, 2027 deadline, and how much you could save.
See Why Farmers Trust Paradise Energy
Solar doesn’t have to be complicated.
Switching to solar may feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ll guide you every step of the way with clear communication, expert support, and a process built around your farm’s needs.
Request Your Site Visit
Your local Solar Consultant will visit your site to understand your goals, gather key details, and answer your questions. Within 2–3 business days, you’ll have a detailed custom solar quote with all the critical information you need to make an informed investment decision.
Design, Permitting, and Installation
Once you decide to move forward, we’ll add your project to our installation calendar and get to work on design, permitting, and procurement to ensure we meet the December 31, 2027 deadline. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
Your Savings Begin
Now comes the best part. Once your system is energized, you’ll see the payoff—lower costs, protected profits, and long-term savings. From here on out, you’ll Save With Every Sunrise.
Taking Control of Your Energy Costs Starts Here
Take the first step to see if solar and safe harboring make sense for your farm.
After you submit, our local solar consultant will contact you within 24–48 business hours (often sooner).
Here’s what to expect:
- A no-pressure conversation to answer your questions and explore whether safe harboring makes sense
- A site visit to gather the details needed for your custom quote
- A custom proposal with system design, full cost breakdown, available incentives, and a 30-year cash flow analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What other incentives are available?
The tax credits and depreciation (commercial only) are the primary benefits available to help offset the installation cost. However, several state and utility company grants are available depending on your location. Your Paradise Energy Solar Consultant will guide you to all available incentives.
Can I still go solar after the deadline?
Yes, but you’ll lose thousands in tax credits. Solar will still save you money on electricity, but losing the tax credit will drastically impact your investment payback.
What is Paradise Energy's service area?
Our teams from our seven local branch offices at Paradise Energy cover the mid-Atlantic region, offering solar installations and maintenance services in Delaware, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Is Paradise Energy Solutions a Reliable Solar Company?
Started in 2009, Paradise Energy Solutions is a family-owned, full-service solar energy company with the goal of helping people be good stewards of God’s abundant resources, both financial and environmental. While solar energy is what we do, our team is what makes us stand out from the rest. From the four brothers who started this […]
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