Renewable Energy Products Sales and Use Tax Exemption
Administered by: Rhode Island Department of Revenue Division of Taxation
Quick Summary
You can purchase solar electric systems, solar thermal systems for heating water or space, geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, and related equipment like inverters and mounting racks without paying Rhode Island's sales and use tax, reducing your upfront installation costs. To receive the exemption, work with your installer to ensure the equipment qualifies and that the tax exemption is applied at the point of sale.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 1237
- Effective Date
- 7/15/2005
- Last Updated
- 9/30/2025
Eligibility
Program Summary
Certain renewable energy systems and equipment sold in Rhode Island are exempt from the state's sales and use tax. Eligible products include solar electric systems, DC-to-AC inverters that interconnect with utility power lines, solar thermal systems, manufactured mounting racks and ballast pans for solar collectors, geothermal heat pumps, and wind turbines and towers.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.