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HB 85 – Act Relating to Public-Private Partnerships

by Mark Herron | Messer & Caparello, P.A. on 4/25/2013

In the wake of the recent recession, a number of states, including Florida, are exploring new and innovative solutions to the problem of insufficient funding for the construction and improvement of public facilities. At the...more

Bipartisan Group of Senators Wants Clarification of "Commencement of Construction" Under the Wind PTC

by Kimberly Barnashuk | Phillips Lytle - Renewable Energy on 3/15/2013

Last week, a group of U.S. Senators submitted a letter requesting swift clarification by the Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) of language regarding the wind production tax...more

Effect of Sequestration on Direct-Pay Bonds

by King & Spalding on 3/8/2013

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allowed, for a limited period of time, the issuance of taxable state or local bonds for which the U.S. Treasury Department pays the issuer a specified percentage of interest...more

Can New Jersey Bank On the Infrastructure Bank?

by Kimberly D. Magrini, Steve Park, Brian Walsh | Ballard Spahr LLP on 2/12/2013

The Northeast relies heavily on transportation for its day-to-day functions. Increasingly unpredictable climate changes, dense population, and rapidly aging infrastructure have made the ability to secure financial resources...more

NY PSC Acts on Energy Highway Initiative

by Jeffrey R. Greenblatt, David T. Metcalfe | Cullen and Dykman LLP on 12/5/2012

New York’s “Energy Highway” continues to move forward. On October 22, 2012, the Energy Highway Task Force presented Governor Andrew Cuomo with its New York Energy Highway Blueprint (Blueprint), a comprehensive plan to upgrade...more

Green Building Update -- October 9, 2012

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 10/10/2012

In This Issue: Green Building Focus - Green building benefits 'need better documentation'; LEED rating system grows into global phenomenon; CBRE puts up $1M to fund green building research; AIA commits to develop public...more

Energy Alert: Applications to Remain Eligible for the 1603 Grant Are Due September 30.

by Leonard, Street and Deinard on 9/12/2012

Renewable energy projects that are seeking the 1603 Grant in Lieu of Tax Credit based on beginning construction by December 31, 2011 (either through the 5% of Total Eligible Costs Safe Harbor OR through physical work of a...more

Baker & McKenzie: Withholding tax cuts for Clean Building Managed Investment Trusts

by Baker & McKenzie Australia on 8/28/2012

Following announcements earlier this year, the Government has issued draft legislation for public consultation proposing to reduce the final withholding tax rate for certain managed investment trusts (MITs) from 15% to 10%....more

Green Building Update -- July 9, 2012

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 7/10/2012

In This Issue: Green Building Focus -- Chemical makers say new LEED v4 rules will cost jobs; USGBC launches Global Initiative on Urban Resilience; SFPUC green headquarters opens; DOE funds energy efficiency training...more

The Canadian Oil Sands: A backgrounder: Derivative Plays

by Bennett Jones LLP on 6/21/2012

Given the magnitude of projected economic activity, oil sands producers will not be the only beneficiaries of the unprecedented development now underway. Aside from the necessary infrastructure developments, a plethora of...more

Green Building Update -- April 26, 2012

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 4/30/2012

In This Issue: NACO's green building incentives report; AltBuild Expo coming to Santa Monica; GSA lists 30 fed. buildings for deep energy retrofits; Cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the U.S.; $26M in...more

Green Building Update -- March 26, 2012

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 3/27/2012

In This Issue: Green Building Focus McCaughey's insights on EU green building; AltBuild Expo coming to Santa Monica; DOE's $5.2M for green building technologies; Green buildings improve sales, healing, grades; ULI's...more

Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Update: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on...

by Mintz Levin - Real Estate on 2/10/2012

A federal housing regulator is seeking public comment as it initiates a rulemaking with regard to Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs. PACE programs permit municipalities to provide financing to property...more

Renewable Energy Project Finance in the U.S.: 2010-2013 Overview and Future Outlook

by Mintz Levin on 1/20/2012

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Mintz Levin law firm and GTM Research are pleased to provide an analysis of project financing trends for utility-scale renewable power projects and advanced project financing biofuel refineries...more

Treasury Clarifies 5 Percent Safe Harbor Ownership Guidelines for Section 1603 Grants for Renewable Energy Projects

by McDermott Will & Emery on 12/14/2011

The Treasury Department has issued guidance in the form of two new “Frequently Asked Questions” addressing when transferees or purchasers of renewable energy property will qualify for the 5 percent safe harbor for beginning...more

Treasury Department Issues Further Guidance on Section 1603 Grant Program

by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati on 12/14/2011

Yesterday, the Department of Treasury released guidance in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the cash-grant program enacted in Section 1603 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, P.L. 111-5. The...more

Green Building Update - October 4, 2011

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 10/5/2011

In This Issue: Fund has $650M to finance PACE programs; GREEN BUILDING FOCUS NASA, DOE to construct 'greenest' federal building; Siemens, Green Seal collaborate on green building guide; GRI's global reporting guidelines...more

Australian Climate Change Plan - Energy Efficiency Opportunties

by Dermot Duncan on 7/17/2011

Summary of the Energy Efficiency Initiatives released under the Australian Government's "Securing and Clean Energy Future: Climate Change Plan" in July 2011....more

Renewables & Incentives Database (Tue Tip)

by Melissa Dewey Brumback on 7/12/2011

Interested in knowing what state incentives may be applicable for your energy efficient construction project? Check out the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE). The searchable database provides...more

Green Building Update - March 7, 2011

by Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis... on 3/8/2011

In This Issue: U.S. House may cut green building programs; GREEN BUILDING FOCUS - Staff ideas lead to $25 billion a year in energy savings and Report: Green gives developers financial protection; SF's new law requires...more

Energy Efficiency Revolution in the Building Sector - Australia

by Dermot Duncan on 3/2/2011

Newsflash on recent Energy Efficiency drivers in Australia and NSW for Building Owners to upgrade their Commercial/Industrial Assets to increase their NABERS Rating and protect their portfolio valuations....more

Renewable Energy Treasury Grant Program Extended

by Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP on 12/20/2010

On December 17, 2010, Treasury’s popular renewable energy grant program was extended with the passage of The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010. This legislation also extends...more

Treasury Department Posts Application For Determination Of Beginning Of Construction

by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati on 10/18/2010

The Treasury Department recently released a form to be used to obtain a determination that the construction of “specified energy property” began during 2009 or 2010 (and thus that the property may qualify for a cash grant...more

Nuclear Power Congress survey results

by Rachel Hamilton on 10/18/2010

The nuclear revival continues, fueled by loan guarantees from the Obama administration and the increasing demand for cleaner energy sources. The first round of nuclear new build construction is on track to add 7 additional...more

Green Building Newsletter - October 2010

by Mintz Levin - Real Estate on 10/6/2010

In This Issue: Law and Policy Updates: Overview of Energy Savings Performance Contracts; Texas Oil Companies Seek Repeal of California Global Warming Law; More Obstacles to AB 32 Implementation; Fannie Mae Regulators Shut...more

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