From Sustainability to Regeneration: Tampa Bay’s Opportunity to Lead and Thrive
By: Koreen Brennan and Caleb Quaid In recent years, for a variety of reasons, people have paid more attention to food quality and food security. There are some brilliant solutions available to the Tampa Bay area that may not be well known. The “regenerative” movement has emerged as a shift in the way we think […]
Statement from Caleb Quaid, President of Regenerative Shift, on Executive Order “Unleashing American Energy”
Statement on Executive Order “Unleashing American Energy”, which calls for an immediate pause in the dispersement of funds appropriated through the Inflation Reduction Act As President of Regenerative Shift, I work closely with businesses, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities to implement renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects funded through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the […]
U.S. Department of the Treasury Releases Final Rules for 2025 Low Income Community Bonus Credit Program
The initial application window opens on January 16th and closes on February 14th. The program provides a 10% or 20% Bonus Credit towards qualifying solar, wind, and geothermal projects located in low income communities or Tribal lands. Click Here for help applying for the Low Income Community Bonus Program Today, the U.S. Department of the […]
The Inflation Reduction Act and Regeneration: Bridging regenerative ideas with pragmatic actions
by: Tim Krafft and Caleb Quaid There’s a natural, almost instinctual resistance to policies handed down by government officials. In the current US political climate, it’s easy to believe that politicians only act in their best self-interest and are distant and disconnected from the daily lives of individuals, businesses, and communities. This resistance often reflects […]
Strategic Planning with 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction – June 6, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNJYIGJEaaU&t=1s Caleb Quaid, Founder of Regenerative Shift, provides an overview of the key changes of 179D under the Inflation Reduction Act. Speaking to ABC Gulf Coast membership. 0:00 – Introduction 6:37 – Overview of the Inflation Reduction Act 12:40 – Deep Dive into 179D 33:19 – 3 Strategic Opportunities for Designers and Contractors 38:38 – […]
Regeneration and Health on a Bioregional Scale (Presentation to the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council) – April 16, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wlqyCBSaQM Maria Sgambati, M.D. and Caleb Quaid, LEED AP BD+C share a presentation to the Resilient Land Use Working Group with the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. Presentation discusses regenerative ideas, impacts on health, and how we can frame the conversation at different scales, including the scale of bioregional regeneration. 0:00 – Grounding and Introductions […]
March 18,2024 WMNF 88.5FM Sustainable Living Radio: Regenerative Shift with Caleb Quaid
On Monday, March 18, 2024, Regenerative Shift Founder and President, Caleb Quaid, joined WMNF 88.5FM for a conversation on regenerative business. The dialogue discusses how homeowners and business can benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act, and how regenerative practices can be applied at any scale to make a difference in the ecosystems we steward. […]
48C Advanced Energy Project Credit: Navigating Round 2 Funding for Success
Note: this information is summarized from various publications from the Energy.gov and IRS.gov. For the DOE program page official information, click here. 48C Advanced Energy Project Round 2 Funding Summary 48C Advanced Energy Project Credit Through the Inflation Reduction Act, the Department of Energy (DOE) funded $10 billion for the 48C Advantaged Energy Project Credit […]
Section 48 Investment Tax Credit for Commercial Solar Projects: What to know
Section 48 Investment Tax Credit provides a 30% tax credit for commercial solar projects, plus opportunity for additional bonus credits. With these enhanced tax incentives, commercial solar installations are increasing rapidly.
Domestic Content Bonus Credit: Opportunities for U.S. Manufacturers of PV, Inverters, and Solar Components
This Domestic Content Bonus Credit is highly sought after, but not yet achieved on many, if any, projects. The U.S. renewable energy sector stands at a crucial juncture, with the Domestic Content Bonus Credit under Section 48 Investment Tax Credit (ITC) projects playing a pivotal role. In 2023, no major manufacturers or projects capitalized on the Bonus Credit, but 2024 is likely to see the first movers getting a big advantage.