Join Scott DeBroff for a critical summary of the new federal 'mega bill' enacted on July 4th, which significantly alters the landscape for renewable energy projects. This new law accelerates the phase-out of the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Production Tax Credit (PTC) for wind and solar, creating an urgent timeline for developers and investors. While facilities placed in service after December 31, 2027, will not qualify for the credits, a crucial window of opportunity has opened.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• The 30% Credit is Safe (For Now): Discover why the feared percentage-based step-down of the tax credit was not included in the final bill, keeping the full 30% credit intact.
• The Critical 'Safe Harbor' Window: Understand the most important provision—how beginning construction by July 4, 2026, gives you a four-year window to complete your project and still qualify for the full 30% credit.
• Deadlines for Late Starters: Find out why projects started after July 4, 2026, face a much tighter and riskier completion deadline of December 31, 2027.
• Strategic Advantages: Learn how the phase-out does not apply to energy storage technologies, providing a valuable incentive for projects that incorporate battery capabilities.

This episode breaks down the urgent timelines and grandfathering provisions you need to understand to successfully navigate the new legislation. For a more in-depth discussion with Q&A, be sure to check out our longer-form episode on the website.

In this episode, Scott provides a critical update on the rapidly changing legislative landscape affecting the solar industry. He breaks down the key differences between the House of Representatives' recent tax bill and the initial draft from the Senate Finance Committee concerning the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar energy.

Scott delves into the specifics of the proposed phase-outs for both commercial and residential solar projects, explaining the potentially significant and destructive consequences for the industry. The discussion covers the proposed timelines for project commencement and completion to qualify for tax credits, the confusing language in the current drafts, and the potential elimination of the 30% tax credit for residential solar. He also touches on the implications for solar leasing companies, manufacturing tax credits, and the broader economic impact on businesses and homeowners. If you're in the solar industry or considering a solar investment, this is a must-listen episode to understand the potential future of solar incentives in the United States.

Thinking about solar for your business? Don’t make a move until you hear this. Energy attorney Scott DeBroff joins us to reveal the most common — and costly — mistakes businesses make when going solar. From bad site selection to missed incentives and deal terms that bite back, this episode is your playbook for asking the right questions before you sign.

Whether you're a CFO, facility manager, or business owner, you'll learn how to avoid the headaches and make smart, future-proof solar decisions in 2025.