This is a little out of my realm but the Fed’s almost always have some sort of energy efficiency tax credits, whether it be for replacing less efficient air conditioning units for the SEER 13+, or even going to the tankless hot water or also sometimes called “on-demand” units. I know in the past there have been credits for even increasing R value for the insulation in the attic. Not sure if that is still available.

I would suggest talking to a CPA and find out the best tax incentive programs if spending your own dime on the upgrades to be part of the more GREEN Living. Naturally, whatever you can do to decrease your taxable income, and possibly get a tax credit is great.

As for programs to help pay for these types of things the TDHCA (Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs) has programs in place for income eligible households to make owning a home more affordable. USDA also has programs available for farm, ranch and small business owners.

Another place you may find more information is Texas State Energy Conservation Office obviously President Obama has made living more energy efficient a priority for homeowners, and even the federal government. I read recently an incentive for all automobile manufactures is a plan for for federal, and state organizations to start replacing the fleets of vehicles they have to own and maintain. I suspect even more energy tax credits in our future.

Are there tax credits for your outside inovations also, If so where can I find out more information on this topic. thanks