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Final Regulations Issued on Direct-Pay Elections and Transfer of Tax Credits

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On April 25, 2024, the US Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued final regulations (T.D. 9993) (the “final regulations under section 6418”) concerning the election to transfer...more

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IRS Announces New PTC Rate under Section 45

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The IRS yesterday released Announcement 2022-23, which sets forth the new rate for the production tax credit (PTC) under Section 45 for facilities that are placed in service after December 31, 2021. The rate is 2.75 cents per...more

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HUB Talks: Sustainable Outlook: The U.S. Tax Credit Revolution

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In a special episode, Elizabeth Crouse, tax lawyer and practice group coordinator of the K&L Gates Power group, discusses the winners, losers, and many other highlights of the new U.S. federal income tax credit rules just...more

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UPDATED: IRS Releases 2022 Section 45 Production Tax Credit Amounts

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On April 14, 2022, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a notice that provides the inflation-adjustment factor and reference price for the calculation of renewable electricity production tax credits (PTCs) under...more

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IRS Releases 2022 Section 45 Production Tax Credit Amounts

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On April 14, 2022, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a notice, which provides the inflation-adjustment factor and reference price for the calculation of renewable electricity production tax credits (PTCs) under...more

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IRS Notice Provides Relief for Renewable Energy Construction Projects

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As we discussed in a previous article, the renewable energy industry is experiencing record growth. President Biden’s current initiatives are also expected to provide an additional boost to accelerate future growth in clean...more

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Anti-Renewables Legislative Proposals in Texas

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There are several state legislative proposals in Texas that could have adverse impacts on the development and operation of renewable energy projects in Texas....more

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Potential Energy Tax Changes under a Biden Administration

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As the incoming Biden Administration takes shape, energy companies will be monitoring potential tax policy initiatives, especially those that could impact the energy sector. Companies throughout the sector could be treated...more

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Consolidated Appropriations Act Extends Construction Deadline for Tax Credits for Wind and Solar Projects

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the “Act”) was signed into law on December 27, 2020. The Act provided an extension of the beginning of construction deadline for the Production Tax Credit (“PTC”) for wind projects...more

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New COVID-19 Relief Legislation Extends Renewable Energy and Green Technology Industry Tax Incentives

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A new coronavirus (COVID-19) relief bill—the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which includes the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020 (the Act)—was signed into law on December 27. The Act not only...more

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[Webinar] Utility Acquisition of Renewable Projects – A Discussion of the Legal and Tax Issues Regarding Utilities, Developers and...

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Increasingly, utilities are replacing older generation fleets with more cost-effective generation technologies. Renewables are cost-competitive alternatives in this effort for a number of reasons, including the current tax...more

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Financial Incentives for Carbon Capture, Use and Sequestration

Background. - While the fossil fuel industry continues to enjoy a number of tax incentives, a new generation of tax incentives were enacted in the early 2000s to promote the use of renewable energy. These include the...more

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[Webinar] 7 Areas of Focus in Renewable Project Financings - July 8th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT

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Our team of M&A and project finance partners will discuss some key tips in maximizing efficiency in executing on the acquisition and financing of renewable energy projects, including: - Planning for tax equity in...more

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IRS Releases Proposed Regulations for Carbon Sequestration Tax Credit

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The proposed regulations, released on May 28 and on which taxpayers may currently rely pending finalization, build on prior guidance for carbon capture and sequestration tax credits under Section 45Q of the Internal Revenue...more

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COVID-19: CARES Act Fails to Address Renewable Energy Industry’s Concerns But Path Forward with the IRS Remains

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Background - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt project development timelines generally, solar and wind projects that rely on federal income tax credits to obtain financing are particularly sensitive to...more

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[Webinar] COVID-19 – Can Tax Insurance for Renewable Projects Help? - April 23rd, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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McDermott continues to interact with industry leaders to provide the latest market updates on the severe disruption and uncertainty brought on the renewables industry by COVID-19. Joining us next week to discuss whether...more

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IRS Releases Critical Guidance on Carbon Capture Tax Credits

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The guidance issued on February 19 by the Internal Revenue Service is the type that the carbon capture and storage industry had sought, and will hopefully open up the market for investment by eliminating tax-related...more

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2019 Extension of Renewable Energy Incentives

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On December 20, 2019, President Donald Trump signed into law the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 (H.R. 1865), which included welcomed extensions for a number of energy tax incentives. The legislation includes...more

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Boost For Solar Energy Developers From IRS Clarification Of "Beginning Construction" Tax Credit Rules

On June 22, the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") issued Notice 2018-59 (the "Notice"), which provides guidance regarding qualification and construction timing for purposes of the investment tax credit ("ITC") provided by...more

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How Will Recent Tax Legislation Affect the Renewable Energy Sector?

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The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (Pub. L. No. 115-123) (the Budget Act) was signed into law on February 9. The legislation took effect roughly seven weeks after President Trump signed into law an Act to Provide for...more

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Bracewell Tax Report: February 2018 #2

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The Bracewell Tax Report is a periodic publication focused on developments in federal income tax law, including the recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), with emphasis on how such developments impact the energy,...more

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What Is the Impact of Tax Reform on US Wind Tax Equity Deals?

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A Word About Wind has published our article What Is the Impact of Tax Reform on US Wind Tax Equity Deals? in its blog (subscription required) and newsletter. ...more

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