REV2024: Developments in Renewable Energy Tax Incentives
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 – 3:15-4:15 p.m.
This panel will explore recent developments in state and federal tax law affecting the renewable energy sector, with a focus on key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Attendees will gain insights into how these changes can impact project financing, investment incentives, and tax credit opportunities for renewable energy projects.
Moderator: Dave Gurtman, Attorney, Dinse
Dave Gurtman represents investors, developers, and owners in the financing, construction, and development of renewable energy projects. He has worked on some of the largest and most innovative solar, wind, storage, and biomass facilities located on the East Coast and beyond.
Sponsored by Dinse
Speakers
Joel Stettenheim President, Norwich Technologies
Dr. Joel Stettenheim is President of Norwich Solar, Inc. His broad technical skills include materials and device fabrication and characterization, control systems development, design and implementation of mechanical and electrical simulations, data analysis, mechanical design and machining, and extensive measurement work that includes design and fabrication of low-noise electronics and device-control and data-collection software. Joel is PI on over $2.4M in grants from the US Department of Energy for the novel parabolic trough concentrating solar power and other technology being developed by NST.
Cailin McMurdo-Minnich Commercial Loan Officer II, Mascoma Bank
Cailin McMurdo-Minnich joined Mascoma Bank in 2019 as Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer in the Burlington, Vermont, area. Cailin has held numerous roles since beginning her banking career in 2009. She is passionate about helping Vermont businesses, brings a wealth of knowledge to the market, and has a broad understanding of commercial loans, real estate loans, and renewable energy loans
Chris Driscoll Senior Tax Manager, Gallagher, Flynn & Company
Chris Driscoll is a senior manager at Gallagher Flynn & Company, LLP. He works closely with partnerships, S corporations, corporations and individuals. His clients include entities in various industries including manufacturing, distribution and retail, both in the US and Canada. He has a focus in cooperatives and solar entities.
Alena Fitzgerald Partner, Gallagher, Flynn & Company
As a tax partner at Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP, Alena Fitzgerald works with a variety of clients, from private to investor-owned businesses, with a concentration in closely held businesses and their owners. Alena’s work with these clients focuses on tax compliance, planning, structuring, and consulting, but also encompasses general business advisory, consulting, and accounting services.