Waiting for tax credits. [Federal tax credits impact on renewable energy industry growth]

Journal Article · Wed Apr 01 04:00:00 EST 1992 · Independent Energy; (United States)

OSTI ID:7003520

Sheinkopf, K ^[1]

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1. Solar Energy Industries Association, Washington, DC (United States)

This article examines the effect of tax credits and related legislation under consideration by Congress on the economics of the renewable energy industry. The topics discussed in the article include conflicting industry opinion on financial incentives, the effectiveness of current incentives, and alternative approaches. The article also includes a sidebar on tax incentives offered by state programs.

• OSTI ID: 7003520
• Journal Information: Independent Energy; (United States), Journal Name: Independent Energy; (United States) Vol. 22:4; ISSN 1043-7320; ISSN IDPEE
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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