Empact Technologies

Happy 4th of July from the Empact team! As we celebrate the birth of our nation, let's also take a moment to look towards a brighter, cleaner future. We are dedicated to supporting the growth of clean energy in the US, fostering innovation and sustainability to ensure a healthier planet for future generations. #Empact #4thof July #IndependenceDay #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Energy #GreenTech

Setting up an IRA compliance program at your company can help manage risks as you navigate incentives under the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Production Tax Credit (PTC) programs. This series presents our step-by-step guide to developing an effective IRA compliance program. The sixth step has several moving parts: You must actively compile weekly employment records for all workers, review compliance to Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship (PWA), identify issues and manage resolution, and generate reports for investors and insurance carriers during construction. • Issue Tracking & Resolution: Actively monitor PWA data collected every week, stay informed about compliance issues such as non-compliant wages, and try to resolve them immediately. • Comprehensive Wage Data: Ensure your project starts with accurate prevailing wage rates specific to the counties your projects are located in. Empact can help you submit request for additional labor classification directly to the U.S. Department of Labor and make sure your project teams and all subcontractors have the correct wage information. Then collect this data every week, review, and ensure wages are in compliance. • Apprenticeship Monitoring: Track your state-specific apprentice-to-journeyworker ratio weekly to maintain compliance. Track apprentice hours and monitor week over week to ensure the project is on pace to meet the 15% apprentice hour requirement. • Good Faith Efforts: Know in advance if you'll meet apprenticeship requirements or need to pursue good faith. Our software simplifies the complex payroll systems among contractors and subcontractors, allowing for seamless collection of payroll reports and apprentice documentation. Overcommunicating is essential to securing valuable tax credits. Stay ahead of the curve and secure your project's success. Learn more about Empact's tax incentive management software and services here: https://buff.ly/3RPoUCf #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #IRACompliance #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

We are proud to introduce members of the Empact leadership team, which has over 95 years of experience in traditional and renewable energy, technology, and finance. Meet E.B. Jensen, P.E., CEM! E.B. is our Chief Operating Officer at Empact. E.B. has over thirty years of experience in the energy industry and brings his expertise as a Professional Engineer and Certified Energy Manager to the team. His dedication to renewable energy was shaped by his experiences in the Southwestern United States, where solar and wind power have been embraced and developed for many years. E.B. is committed to leveraging renewable sources to foster environmental stewardship and improve global sustainability efforts. He believes Empact is positioned to succeed in the marketplace and grow at a tremendous rate to meet market demand, and he is excited to be a part of our team. In his free time, E.B. enjoys spending time with his family and friends, watching live music, riding motorcycles, spending time outdoors, watching movies, and more. #Empact #IRA #MeetTheTeam #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

Happy National Daylight Appreciation Day! ☀ At Empact, we are thrilled to share some amazing news from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) that highlights solar energy's incredible growth and future potential in the United States. With over 5 million solar installations nationwide, solar energy delivers clean, affordable, and reliable power to communities from coast to coast. While it took us 50 years to reach this milestone, we are on track to double that amount, hit 10 million installations by 2030, and triple that figure by 2034! This not only contributes to a greener planet but also powers more than 263,000 jobs across America. Join us in celebrating the impact of solar energy and read more about this exciting milestone: https://buff.ly/4bmBJNd #Empact #IRA #Solar #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #DaylightAppreciationDay #SEIA #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

Seven weeks before construction, it is essential to focus on critical pre-construction goals that will set your clean energy project up for success and ensure you meet the requirements for Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship and Domestic Content compliance. Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Compliance: • Conduct a kickoff meeting with our EPC partners. • Confirm their payroll system to ensure alignment—this initial assessment allows us to meet clients where they are but ensures they can provide us with what we need. • Verify apprenticeship capabilities early on, as state apprentice programs may require weeks or months to set up. This includes assessing if new programs are needed and determining if Good Faith efforts must be pursued. Domestic Content Compliance: • Connect with steel, iron, and manufactured product suppliers and clarify Empact's role as a 3rd-party confidential cost data repository to securely document their products' domestic content percentage. • Ensure compliance language is incorporated into contracts as soon as possible to prevent miscommunications and ensure adherence to domestic content requirements. This is important in making sure suppliers understand the information we need to verify domestic content percentage and run our calculations. These steps are essential for meeting the IRA's compliance requirements. Stay tuned as we explain the next steps in our series to guide you through each milestone of the pre-construction timeline, ensuring seamless IRA compliance. #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #IRACompliance #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

Breaking news! Today, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final regulations on the prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements for increased credit or deduction amounts for certain clean energy incentives, as outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). By meeting these PWA criteria, taxpayers can potentially multiply their credit or deduction amounts by five times. Read more for details on how to qualify for these increased amounts: https://lnkd.in/e274DbwV #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #IRACompliance #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

Unlock the secrets to maximizing your clean energy investments with Empact’s free ebook: Seven IRA Tax Credit Compliance Risks That Nobody’s Talking About, But You Really Need to Know. This comprehensive guide is a must-read for every clean energy project developer aiming to capitalize on the Inflation Reduction Act’s $1.2 trillion in incentives. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, mitigate risks, and ensure your projects receive the financial support they deserve. Download our free ebook today: https://buff.ly/4bbRF44 #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #ebook #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

Exciting news! Empact’s IRA compliance management software now supports the newly released Energy Community Bonus Credit guidelines. Our software is the first in the industry to incorporate Notice 2024-48, released just last week. Learn more about how Empact can support your renewable energy project's compliance strategy and maximize tax incentives: https://buff.ly/4aYiF6N #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #IRS #EnergyCommunity #TaxIncentives #Energy #GreenTech #ProjectManagement

When your clean energy project is in a state without an established apprenticeship program, don’t worry! Empact is here to share our solutions to keep your project and workforce development on track: 1. Become an Approved Apprenticeship Sponsor - Create and tailor your apprenticeship programs to meet specific needs and build a talent pipeline. 2. Engage Workforce Development Organizations - Leverage organizations to find existing programs that partially meet the IRA’s requirements or explore alternative training options, increasing access to skilled jobs. 3. Partner with Existing Programs - Engage in joint initiatives or mentorship programs in related trades or locations near projects Remember, a Good Faith Effort waiver is available as a backup option. Documenting outreach to existing programs or pushing for expansion can help you qualify for the 30% tax credit. However, the benefits of a robust apprenticeship program extend far beyond tax credit, and it is only recommended as a last resort. You don’t have to navigate this process alone - contact our team about our leading tax incentive management services: https://buff.ly/44toiqr #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #IRACompliance #Apprenticeship

With our comprehensive range of services, Empact is here to guide you through the intricacies of IRA compliance so you can maximize the tax incentives available—up to 50% of your project cost back! From creating compliance programs to meticulous data collection from all contractors and subcontractors and issuing Certificates of PWA Compliance, we are your one-stop solution to protecting your tax credits and reducing your risk! We assist with domestic content qualification including the calculations, handle the qualifications for Energy and Low-Income Community bonuses and much more. With Empact, navigating the complexities of compliance has never been simpler. Discover how we can help you navigate compliance for your next project: https://buff.ly/487c7SS #Empact #IRA #InflationReductionAct #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy