Tax Credit for Investments in the Green Industry (C3IV)
Tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV). Helps finance strategic industries such as photovoltaics, batteries, wind power and heat pumps. The scheme is available for investments until 31 December 2028. Amount indicated in the catalogue: a tax credit calculated on tangible and intangible investments. Check the current rules, availability and dates before any application.
The tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV) supports certain industrial production projects in the battery, wind, solar panel and heat pump sectors. The tax administration (DGFiP) has confirmed the extension of the scheme until 31 December 2028 and the requirement for prior approval. It does not fund the mere purchase of equipment for use: the project must involve industrial production within the legal scope.
Funded by Ministère de l’Economie, des Finances et de la Souveraineté Industrielle, Energétique et Numérique
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Who can apply
Industrial companies.
Eligibility conditions
The tax credit is subject to prior approval from the DGFiP (office SJCF-3A of the legal certainty and tax audit department), after a binding opinion from ADEME (the French ecological transition agency) on the project’s eligibility. Approval must be obtained before works start. A company carrying out a project to produce essential components or critical raw materials must show that at least 50% of its turnover will be made with companies carrying out production activities further down the production chain of the four sectors concerned.
What the scheme covers
Production of equipment for the photovoltaic, battery, wind and heat pump sectors; production of essential components designed and used mainly to produce this equipment; production or recovery of the critical raw materials needed to produce this equipment and these components. The list of equipment, essential components and raw materials within the eligible activities is set by the order of 11 March 2024, published in the Official Journal of 13 March 2024.
Amount and funding terms
A tax credit calculated on tangible and intangible investments.
How to apply
Before any commitment, check the application date, eligible costs, combination with other aid, supporting documents and the official application channel. The current date and status must be confirmed with the managing body.
Timeline
Timetable to be confirmed on the official page and in the rules in force. Do not treat a catalogue page as proof that the scheme is open.
Key facts
- Funder
- Ministère de l’Economie, des Finances et de la Souveraineté Industrielle, Energétique et Numérique
- Type of funding
- Tax exemption
- Status
- Open
- Closes
- 31 December 2028
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV)?
Helps finance strategic industries such as photovoltaics, batteries, wind power and heat pumps. The scheme is available for investments until 31 December 2028.
Who can apply for the tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV)?
Industrial companies.
How much can be obtained with the tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV)?
A tax credit calculated on tangible and intangible investments.
What should be checked before applying for the tax credit for green industry investments (C3IV)?
The credit requires prior approval from the DGFiP, after a binding opinion from ADEME, to be obtained before works start. A company producing essential components or critical raw materials must show that at least 50% of its turnover will be made with downstream producers in the four sectors. Check that the planned production is on the list set by the order of 11 March 2024.
Official source
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