Policy & Advocacy
Tax & Finance
Make efficiency investments easier to finance.
The Alliance’s work
Where efficiency meets policy.
ASE has advocated tax incentives for home improvements, efficient new homes, and commercial buildings, including Sections 25C, 45L, and 179D. Eligibility and timing change, so readers should check current law and IRS guidance.
The Alliance’s advocacy
In 2025, ASE urged Congress to preserve key efficiency credits and highlighted the cost impact of eliminating incentives. It continues to make the affordability case to policymakers.
Implementation matters
IRS guidance, placed-in-service dates, labor rules, and documentation affect whether incentives work. ASE is monitoring recent tax changes and implementation.
Beyond tax credits
Utility programs and public and private financing can help pay for efficient equipment and buildings when lifetime savings are clear.