As discussions in Congress continue around the future of clean energy programs, residential solar leasing credits are receiving renewed attention. For thousands of working and middle-class families, these credits help unlock access to solar energy—providing financial relief and empowering homeowners to take more control of their energy costs.
Residential solar leasing credits aren’t just tax incentives—they’re tools of opportunity. For many Americans, they offer a practical way to reduce energy expenses without requiring upfront investment. These credits also support broader policy goals: increasing energy independence, reducing grid strain, and stimulating job growth in clean energy sectors.
Why Energy Credits Matter
Companies like PosiGen provide solar solutions specifically for households that have traditionally been left out of the clean energy transition—families in historically underserved communities, retirees, veterans, and others seeking affordable ways to improve their homes. Their model combines solar leasing with energy efficiency upgrades, maximizing savings* for customers without requiring a high credit score or out-of-pocket investment.
The savings are real. According to a recent report by 60 Decibels, PosiGen customers save an average of $85 per month on their energy bills.
For most families, that’s money that goes right back into essentials:
- 34% use it for groceries, especially fresh produce
- 19% spend it on gas and transportation
- 15% apply it to bills like water, internet, or cable
- 9% set it aside for emergency savings
- 6% spend it on school supplies or children’s needs
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These savings don’t just reduce monthly bills—they increase household stability and flexibility.
What $85 Means for a Family of Four
To illustrate just how meaningful $85 can be, here’s a look at what it can buy in today’s economy:
Groceries:
- 2 gallons of milk
- 2 dozen eggs
- 2 loaves of bread
- Apples, bananas, carrots, lettuce, tomatoes
- Chicken, rice, beans, and cereal
Transportation:
- Nearly 2 full tanks of gas for a midsize car
School Supplies:
- A new backpack
- Notebooks, pens, pencils, folders
That’s one week of stability—made possible by solar savings*. When that stability is consistent month after month, it creates a financial buffer that can prevent families from falling into debt or having to make difficult trade-offs.
Stories from the Community
Alice* – New Haven, CT
“The reason why I decided to go solar is because of my bill.** I’m so comfortable with my bill. It’s manageable. I just love it and it helps me financially. I don’t have to pay that big amount that I used to pay and each time I get my bill,I just write the check.”
Steven* – Kenner, LA
“The biggest benefit has been the cost savings of the electricity, we’ve
enjoyed lower bills.*”
Omar* – Philadelphia, PA
“Today, I have a peace of mind knowing I can always pay my electric [bill].** I am so grateful for PosiGen.”
These stories show the everyday impact solar savings have—from building food security to managing school expenses and setting aside emergency funds.*
Supporting Energy Equity and Local Jobs
Residential solar credits don’t just benefit individual families—they support broader economic and social goals:
- They help lower energy burdens for communities most impacted by utility costs.
- They support thousands of clean energy jobs in local economies.
- They contribute to energy independence by expanding renewable generation at the household level.
- They encourage investment in energy-efficient housing, helping to reduce overall emissions.
Solar leasing programs like PosiGen’s create jobs across the entire energy supply chain—from installation crews and energy auditors to warehouse teams, customer support specialists, and marketing staff. Many of these are local, living-wage positions that provide career pathways in growing sectors.
According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the solar industry supports over 300,000 jobs nationwide, with many of those jobs tied to residential installation and outreach programs that rely on the stability created by tax credits.
Who Benefits the Most?
According to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), 25% of low-income households spend more than 15% of their income on energy bills. These households face some of the highest energy burdens in the country, often leading to difficult trade-offs between keeping the lights on and other basic needs.
Residential solar leasing credits directly address this gap by removing traditional barriers to solar, such as high credit thresholds or costly upfront fees. In fact, over 75% of PosiGen customers are classified as low- to moderate-income—demonstrating that these programs work when equity is built in from the start.
The Path Forward
As leaders in Washington evaluate the future of clean energy investments, the voices of everyday Americans should remain at the center of the conversation. Families across the country are already experiencing the impact of solar savings*. These benefits are worth protecting.
Energy credits have helped level the playing field in clean energy access. They support financial relief, workforce development, healthier homes, and a more resilient energy grid.
We encourage those who value accessible, affordable clean energy to learn more and take action.
👉 Visit posigen.com/solar-supporters to contact your U.S. Congress Representatives and share your support for residential energy credits.
Additional Sources:
- 60dB PosiGen Insights Report (2024)
- ACEEE Energy Burden Report (2024)
- USDA Thrifty Food Plan (2025)
*Participants were compensated for their participation. Customer savings vary depending on energy consumption, system cost, home location and characteristics, and utility policies.
**Savings vary depending on your energy consumption, home location and characteristics, and your utility’s policies. Utility rates and utility rate structures are subject to change. These changes cannot be accurately predicted. Projected savings from your distributed energy generation system are therefore subject to change.
