Hawaii

2 programs in the 2026 edition.

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2 programs1 refundableEasiest: Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax CreditTop: Biomass / Forest-Specific, Energy, Equipment

Programs

HIHI-RETITC-001

Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit

2026 percentage/caps depend on technology

Businesses installing qualifying solar or wind systems may claim the state energy credit; woody biomass is not included merely because it is renewable.

Fit 1/3Difficulty 2/3Not refundable

HIHI-RD-001

Tax Credit for Research Activities

$5 million statewide cap and certification window

Qualified high-technology businesses conducting Hawaii research may receive a refundable credit; ordinary wood businesses may not meet the QHTB definition.

Fit 1/3Difficulty 3/3Refundable