Section 179D of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 established a tax deduction of up to $1.80 per square foot for qualifying structures, including a retroactive deduction for existing facilities that meet specific requirements. Despite this potentially significant benefit, though, a surprisingly small number of building owners and managers are aware of the deduction or how to go about obtaining it.
That’s where EDSS comes in. Our team of energy efficiency experts specializes in helping our clients make the most of 179D savings opportunities. In fact, we’ve helped our clients earn more than $200 million in rebates and deductions in the past two years.
We can generate such considerable sums because our personnel offer an uncommon level of experience and insight. That can translate into tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars in benefits, frequently without our customers having to do anything other than filing the proper paperwork.
Those tax advantages can have a considerable impact on a business’s ability to operate successfully, particularly for companies doing everything they can to succeed in a challenging economic environment. Over the past two years, EDSS has delivered its clients more than $200 million in savings, all while making their operations cleaner, more efficient and more environmentally responsible.
Add in our certification in all 50 states and it’s no wonder that we’re the partner of choice for so many businesses across the country. Better still, our energy solutions don’t just allow the clients we serve to qualify for Federal EPAct tax deductions – we also work to generate local rebates equal to as much as 25% of the cost of materials. We can even renegotiate gas and electric bills to generate additional savings of as much as 40%.
These green solutions are available to operators in a broad range of industries, including institutions, arenas, automotive dealerships, restaurants, warehouses and more.
ENERGY STAR for Commercial Buildings
The ENERGY STAR Label is one of the most recognizable labels in the United Sates.
Companies now want their buildings to reflect the high standards and quality of their work environment, and ENERGY STAR is a straight forward and cost effective approach to achieving this goal. A company that earns the ENERGY STAR Label on their building is not only displaying environmental leadership and social responsibility but are also reducing everyday operating costs, increasing profit margins and enhancing their image by choosing to certify their building with a credible brand.
Developers that obtain ENERGY STAR may also qualify for the 179D Tax Deduction, up to $1.80 per square foot for using energy efficiency measures.
To learn about the specific 179D benefits that your business may be eligible to receive, contact EDSS Energy today at 810-227-EDSS (3377).
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