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On June 14, 2023, the IRS released proposed regulations and additional guidance describing rules for applicable taxpayers to benefit from investments in renewable energy projects through a direct payment of the tax credit amount or by transferring (i.e., selling) the tax credit to an unrelated taxpayer in exchange for cash.

Taxpayers seeking direct payment or

The 2023 Chambers USA Guide recognized the Energy & Natural Resources Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP on its nationwide list. The UK-based publisher, Chambers and Partners, selects attorneys and practice areas for inclusion constructed from more than 47,000 interviews with practicing lawyers and clients around the world. GT’s Energy Practice ranked in six related

On May 31, 2023, the IRS released Notice 2023-44, which provides additional guidance for applicants seeking allocations of the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit under Section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code (a “Section 48C credit”). The Section 48C credit program governs the allocation of $10 billion in U.S. federal income tax credits available

The Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations on May 31, 2023, for the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program under Section 48(e) of the Internal Revenue Code. The proposed regulations provide more details on the procedures and criteria of the application process for entities to be able to receive increased U.S. federal income tax credits for

On May 22, 2023, the Lower Colorado Basin States comprised of California, Arizona, and Nevada agreed to voluntarily conserve three million acre-feet of water over the next three years. This compromise is a result of pressure from the federal government for these states to voluntarily reduce their water allocations from the Colorado River due to the

On May 23, Greenberg Traurig is hosting part 2 of our webinar series on Environmental, Health and Safety. COVID-19, economic and logistical challenges, and a new administration have unleashed significant changes on the regulated community. To better understand and help prepare for these challenges and changes, Greenberg Traurig has joined with industry consultants, community advocates,