There are a number state, local, utility, and federal incentives designed to encourage the exploration, production, conservation and efficient use of energy and natural resources.

Some involve public-private cooperative endeavors other provide public funds, and many involve tax or other investment benefits.
Below are a few that directly affect the state of Louisiana.

State Incentives

Federal Incentives

Combined List of State And Federal Incentives
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DSIRE - Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy

DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Incentives

• Louisiana Wind Energy System or Solar Energy System Tax Credit
  La. Revenue Information Bulletin No. 07-025 September 13, 2007
• Emergency Rule Concerning Administration of the Wind/Solar Tax Credit
  Wind or Solar Energy Systems Tax Credits (LAC 61:I.1907)(pdf)
  
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle Incentives and Laws
• Cogeneration
• Energy, Extenders, AMT and Disaster Tax Provisions in the “Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008” October 1, 2008
• Energy Policy Act of 2005
• Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems (Heat Pumps) Incentives
• EPAct2005: Tax Credit Opportunities for Solar and Energy Efficiency
• Tax Credits Reward Energy Savers
  IRS Gives Breaks for Hybrid Cars, Home Remodels That Save Fuel or Electricity
• Incentives for the Use of Renewable Energy
• Energy-Efficiency Home and Vehicle Tax Credits
• IRS Guidance Helps Consumers Benefit from New Federal Tax Incentives for Energy Efficiency Home Improvements (February 23, 2006)
• The Tax Incentives Assistance Project (TIAP)
    http://www.energytaxincentives.org/
• U.S. Department of Energy
    Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
       Alternative Fuels Data Center
         State & Federal Incentives
  United States (Federal) Incentives and Laws
• Federal Solar Incentives
  The Energy Policy Act of 2005 (Epact 2005) provides a 30% tax credit incentive of up to $2,000 for solar electric, fuel cell, and solar water heating systems.
  Federal Solar Tax Credit Legislation
  Federal Solar Tax Credit Summary
• State Solar Incentives
  Louisiana provides a 50% tax credit of up to $12,500 for the purchase of solar electric, and solar water heating systems as well as wind energy systems installed on residential property.
  Act 371 Legislation
  Act 371 Summary
  Act 371 Emergency Rules

Louisiana provides a tax exemption for solar electric as well as solar water heating systems installed on residential property.
Solar Property Tax Exemption Legislation
Solar Property Tax Exemption Summary

• DOE Energy Effiiciency and Renewable Energy:
  Louisiana Incentives and Laws

Rural Clean Energy Business Assistance

Technological Research and Development Authority ( TRDA) offers state-of-the-art technical assistance and capital formation support at no cost to rural clean energy businesses in Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina.

USDA Grants for Energy Audits at Farms, Ranches, and Rural Small Businesses
Applications for grants must be completed and submitted on paper or electronically no later than June 9, 2009.

Solicitations

• Current Energy-related Solicitations that Apply to Louisiana
• USDA -- Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Improvements
• Solicitations & Business Opportunities
  National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL)
  Solicitations / Funding Opportunity Announcements

Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)

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Home Energy Rebate Option (HERO)

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Low Income Programs

• Weatherization Assistance Program
  The Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is authorized by statute to deliver energy efficiency services to low-income households and communities. In Louisiana, WAP is administered by the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnerships (LACAP). WAP services are provided by local agencies throughout the state. To contact the local agency which serves you, click HERE.
  
  
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
  The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists low-income households, particularly those with the lowest incomes and disproportionately highest energy costs. In Louisiana, LIHEAP is administered by the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnerships (LACAP). LIHEAP services are provided by local agencies throughout the state. To contact the local agency which serves you, click HERE.
  
  
• Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnerships (LACAP)
  LACAP engages in activities designed to elevate the economic and social standards of Louisiana's economically disadvantaged residents. Its multiple programs and responsibilities include the administration of the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).