Analysis of tax policies for energy storage industry

Of particular importance to the energy storage industry, the government has released final regulatory guidance for the ITC (both Section 48 and 48E of the Code), prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements, and transferability and direct payment, as well as other.
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6 FAQs about [Analysis of tax policies for energy storage industry]

How has the energy storage industry progressed in 2024 & 2025?

The energy storage industry has continued to progress over the course of 2024 and into 2025, buoyed in significant part by the federal income tax benefits in the form of tax credits enacted under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA).

What regulatory guidance has the government released on energy storage?

Of particular importance to the energy storage industry, the government has released final regulatory guidance for the ITC (both Section 48 and 48E of the Code), prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements, and transferability and direct payment, as well as other guidance on the energy community and domestic content tax credit “adders.”

Are IRA tax benefits a viable option for energy storage facilities?

While the vitality of the IRA tax benefits in their current form is currently subject to uncertainty given the results of the 2024 federal general election, the existing market practice for financing energy storage facilities since the IRA’s passage continues to evolve in reaction to the act’s new requirements and opportunities.

What are the New IRA rules for energy storage?

Energy storage was one of the major beneficiaries of the IRA’s new rules on both the deployment and manufacturing sides. The IRA enacted the long-sought investment tax credit (ITC) under Section 48 and 48E of the Internal Revenue Code (the Code) for standalone energy storage facilities.

Do energy storage projects receive additional credit?

An energy storage project (among others) located in an “energy community” receives an “adder” additional credit (generally an additional 10% ITC). The energy community guidance provides definitional rules for each of the three categories of energy communities (Brownfield Category, Coal Closure Category, and Statistical Area Category).

Are energy storage projects eligible for a bonus credit?

Domestic Content – IRS Notice 2023-38 (May 12, 2023) An energy storage project (among others) is eligible for an “adder” bonus credit (generally an additional 10% ITC) if it satisfies US Federal Transit Administration–based “Buy America Requirements” for domestic content.

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