Form 5695 is a tax form used to claim credits for certain residential energy efficient property. This includes solar electric systems, solar water heaters, fuel cells, and small wind energy systems. To claim a credit for these types of property, you must have made improvements to your primary or secondary residence in the United States.
To complete Form 5695, you will need to provide information about the energy efficient property you installed, including the date of installation and the cost of the property. You will also need to provide details about the property, such as its location and how it is used.
You can claim credits for energy efficient property on your tax return by attaching Form 5695 to your Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR. If you are claiming a credit for a fuel cell, you will also need to attach Form 8911 to your tax return.