Too Late for the Tax Credit? Not Quite.
Even if you miss the federal tax credit deadline, Viva Energy customers can still save 23% through 2027 with a pre-paid PPA.
The 30% solar tax credit has ended — but there’s still another way to save.
If you were waiting to go solar, you likely heard the same message everywhere: the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for residential solar ended December 31, 2025.
What most homeowners didn’t realize until it was too late is this: most installers couldn’t guarantee projects would be completed by that deadline. Between permitting delays, interconnection queues, and supply bottlenecks, even signed contracts often didn’t make it under the wire.
So what happens if you missed the tax credit? Are you stuck paying full price for solar?
Not quite.
Introducing the Pre-Paid PPA Program
Through our financing partners, homeowners can still receive up to 23% off the cost of a solar system — even after the federal tax credit has ended — by using a structure called a pre-paid PPA (Power Purchase Agreement).
Here’s how it works in plain English:
A program partner technically owns the system for the first six years.
They claim the commercial version of the federal tax credit and depreciation benefits.
In exchange, they pass those savings down to you up front, directly off your system price.
You pre-pay for 25 years of expected energy production at the discounted rate.
After six years, ownership automatically transfers to you.
It’s essentially a way to capture much of the value of the former tax credit without waiting for tax season — or needing a tax liability at all.
What Makes It Different
Unlike a traditional loan or lease, this program is a one-time cash transaction.
No monthly payments.
No buyout later.
No new paperwork at year six.
During those first six years, Viva Energy continues to handle all warranty and service needs, just as we do for a standard purchase. After the ownership transfer, nothing changes — except the paperwork behind the scenes.
Why It Matters Now
Now that the December 31, 2025 tax credit deadline has passed, this program gives homeowners a clear path forward — without having to wait for new incentives or policy changes.
Even if you start your project in 2026 or 2027, you can still lock in up to 23% savings under this model.
And when the system transfers to you after six years, it’s fully yours — same warranties, same production, same long-term savings.
| Discount: | Up to 23% off purchase price |
|---|---|
| Structure: | Pre-paid PPA (cash only) |
| Ownership transfer: | After year 6 |
| Eligibility window: | Through 2027 |
| Who handles service: | Viva Energy (always) |
The Bottom Line
If you’re worried you missed your chance for the 30% solar tax credit — you haven’t missed out on solar savings.
The pre-paid PPA allows you to save up to 23% up front, avoid incentive deadlines entirely, and enjoy the same long-term benefits of ownership.
The only real difference? The savings arrive now, instead of at tax time.
Offered through approved program partners. Terms, eligibility, and transfer details vary.