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US Offers Tax Credit for Homeowners with Wind Turbines
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Wind turbines, one of the more efficient renewable energy, have traditionally been available from large-scale operations and used by businesses. But recently, a number of wind turbines have been available on the market for home use. The US Government has offered a hefty tax credit for all homeowners who choose to use wind turbines. Users can get up to a 30% write-off come tax time for the expenses incurred purchasing and installing wind turbines. Users will also have the advantage of being able to generate anywhere from 20 – 60% of their own energy (depending on the make and model of the turbine), meaning that the initial costs can be recouped within a few years. Indeed, such a value proposition will surely attract more people to use renewable energy in their homes. Read the full article here
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