Wednesday, November 10, 2010

[Electric Boats] Re: Tax rebate for going green?

 

You might get a tax credit, depending on how loosely the agent that reveiwed you application interpreted their rules. It wouldn't hurt to file the paperwork, but I wouldn't count on the credit to help justify the project.

I've only developed this opinion after discussions with other people going after "green" government subsidies, specifically DIY boats and cars. Most government officials don't understand what we're doing, and would rather direct the money to support commercial efforts in these arenas because it is easier to cover their a** with their bosses.

But don't let me discourage you. Give it a try and let us know how it works out.

Fair winds,
Eric
Marina del Rey, CA

--- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "Galstaf" <richard@...> wrote:
>
> Something else I was going to inquire about. I know the house purchase tax credit that expired this year applied to any "abode"... such as a trailer, RV, or even a converted school bus with a kitchen and toilet.
>
> Surely a live aboard boat, although not "real property" should qualify.
>
> I am also wondering whether it makes sense to move the craft to dock in a state with the best deal on going green. I know some states are better than others for purchase of turbines or solar PV.
> Anyone got any experience or recommendations for such?
>
> --- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "Doug" <dj2210@> wrote:
> >
> > Does anybody know if re-powering with electric gets you a tax rebate?
> >
>

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