https://vimeo.com/747765785 What is the Inflation Reduction Act’s Solar Production Tax Credit? The Inflation Reduction Acts (IRA) made solar projects eligible to take the Production Tax Credit (PTC). Under the PTC, solar earns a credit for each kilowatt hour (kWh) generated for the first 10 years of a project’s life. That equates to a current value of credit of 2.6 cents

https://vimeo.com/745145850 How will the Inflation Reduction Act create any opportunities for fleet operators looking to electrify their vehicles? There is a lot to be excited about in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for fleet operators looking to electrify their fleets. The incentives baked into the IRA really fall into two categories: The first are incentives that are designed for the

https://vimeo.com/744695166 How should Stem customers and partners expect the Inflation Reduction Act to impact their projects?  The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)  will have an immediate impact on clean energy projects as many of the tax credit revisions went into effect as soon as the bill was signed. Solar or standalone storage projects that are currently under construction will now automatically

https://vimeo.com/742434927 What is the Inflation Reduction Act’s direct pay option for public utilities and electric cooperatives, and how should they be preparing to take advantage of energy storage and solar tax credits? Under the ITC, or investment tax credit as we’ve known it to date, project donors are able to recover a portion of their investment costs as a credit

https://vimeo.com/740385320 What’s your take on the Inflation Reduction Act?  Once in a generation. Milestone. Historic. These are all really good ways to think about the Inflation Reduction Act. It is a $369 billion first-of-its-kind climate and clean tech investment. We’ve never done anything like this in US history.  Here at Stem, we think there are a few places where it

As the energy industry continues to evolve, it’s essential for joint action agencies and their members to stay informed about the latest trends and technologies that can help them maintain resilience and adequately serve their members’ energy needs. On April 13, Stem held a webinar with Hometown Connections, a management consultant serving municipal utilities founded by a consortium of joint-action

Tell us about yourself and your background. I’m originally from the Greater Boston area where I grew up in Lexington, just west of Boston. For the last decade or so, I’ve been bouncing around both coasts. I was in the Northern California Bay Area for four years, moved to San Diego for four years, and then back to Boston. And

“Choosing the right suppliers for energy procurement is crucial in navigating the complex world of renewable energy. By vetting supply chain diversity, aligning with partners who share decarbonization goals, and capitalizing on incentives, businesses can mitigate risks, prioritize sustainability, and drive clean energy projects to success.” -Renee Leong, Stem’s VP of Strategic Sourcing and Supply   Renee Leong, Vice President

Stem hosted a recent webinar with Hometown Connections that delved into the top five considerations for developing an effective clean energy strategy, the recording is available on-demand. This blog post serves as a recap of why these considerations are vital for organizations looking to maximize resilience, support customer carbon emission reduction goals, control costs by mitigating peak load charges, and