Businesses
Government-funded
Varies
Amount varies
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Moderate
Standard state application
Texas allows local jurisdictions to adopt amendments to state energy codes for buildings, provided they meet or exceed the stringency of the 2015 International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code. Local governments are responsible for implementing and enforcing building energy codes within their jurisdictions.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below for a rules-based self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Local jurisdiction must be in non-attainment or affected county
2.Amended code must be reviewed by Energy Systems Laboratory at Texas A&M University
3.Amended code must be as stringent or more stringent than state code
4.Municipality or county must request code amendment review
5.Local jurisdiction responsible for code implementation and enforcement
IRS · United States
Allows businesses to deduct up to $5.65/sq ft for commercial buildings achieving significant energy savings through improvements to HVAC, lighting, and building envelope systems. IRA expanded the deduction and allowed non-profits and government to allocate it.
NCDOR · North Carolina
Provides state income tax credits for investments in renewable energy equipment and energy efficiency improvements for business properties in North Carolina, stackable with federal ITC.
TX Comptroller · Texas
Texas provides a significant franchise tax reduction for manufacturers, allowing a reduced 0.375% rate versus the standard 0.75% rate. Combined with the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, manufacturers can achieve substantial state tax savings.