The geothermal tax credit in 2026 and who can still claim it

The geothermal tax credit in 2026 and who can still claim it

2026 tax credit for a geothermal energy project showing drilling equipment and ground-loop installation at a commercial building.

One geothermal credit went to zero in 2025. The one that heats and cools buildings still runs through 2034 construction starts. By Josh Howes, CEO, Walker Blue Technical review by John Kapral, JD, CPA, LLM, Senior Director of Renewable Energy Tax Incentives and Credits Bottom line. Commercial geothermal heat pump projects may qualify for a … Read more

Alta Wind on Remand: A Practical Framework for ITC Eligible Basis After the July 8, 2026 Trial Order

Alta Wind on Remand: ITC Eligible Basis After the 2026 Order

By Josh Howes 1. Executive summary The U.S. Court of Federal Claims’ July 2026 trial order in Alta Wind I Owner Lessor C, et al. v. United States is already being characterized as a victory for cost-based renewable-energy valuation and a rejection of purchase-price or income-based basis. That description is directionally understandable but legally incomplete. … Read more

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