HONOLULU (HI Now) - Thinking about making the switch to solar? Now’s the time to act—before major policy changes take effect that could impact your potential savings. With upcoming federal legislation threatening key clean energy incentives and exciting new local programs launching, homeowners in Hawai’i have a unique but limited window to take advantage of solar benefits.
The U.S. House of Representatives just voted to advance the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)—a massive tax and reconciliation bill (Bill 287) that now heads to the Senate. If passed, this legislation would eliminate many clean energy incentives, including the vital solar tax credits that have helped make solar more accessible and affordable for years.
Here’s what’s at stake: the 30% Residential Investment Tax Credit (ITC) will end on December 31, 2025. The 30% Commercial ITC will also be terminated at the end of 2025. Homeowners who delay may miss out on thousands in savings.
For now, there’s still time to lock in these valuable incentives. On top of the federal ITC, Hawaiian Electric (HECO) just launched a new BYOD+ battery incentive program. This initiative offers upfront incentives for customers who install battery storage, along with monthly export credits that help reduce electric bills over time.
To sweeten the deal, Sunspear Energy is offering $1500 off every battery with the purchase of a new 5kW or greater solar installation. When combined with state and federal tax credits and HECO’s new program, this discount could result in major long-term savings.
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The combination of expiring tax credits and new, limited-time incentives makes 2025 the perfect year to go solar. Lock in savings now while programs are still available and protect your home from rising energy costs.
To learn more about how Sunspear can help you go solar, visit sunspearenergy.com or follow them on Instagram @sunspearenergy.
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