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A Defining Moment: DOE’s Zero Emissions Building Standard Sets a Milestone for Net Zero Climate Ambitions in the U.S. and Beyond

The DOE has introduced a national definition of a zero emissions building, setting clear criteria for energy-efficient buildings to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Executive Due Diligence Protects Your Brand and Your Bank Account

Whether preceding an M&A transaction or another executive hire, due diligence identifies any red flags before inking a high-stakes deal.

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Energy Evolution, Episode 2

Discussion of the biogas industry and tax credits that can be obtained.

Questions to Raise at Your Next Quarterly Board Meeting

Boards and management should examine how traditional and emerging risks, especially generative AI and other new technology, may affect their operations.

Now Open for Business: Department of Energy eXCHANGE Portal

Those applying for the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit must use the DOE eXCHANGE portal. It is now open for business. Contact Weaver if you have questions.

All About Quality of Earnings Reports and How to Read Them

A reliable Quality of Earnings (QofE) report can level the playing field between buyer and seller in M&A transactions. Learn more.

IRS Issues Guidance on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit

The IRS has issued guidance on new sustainable aviation fuel tax credits that take effect on January 1, 2023. The guidance, Notice 2023-06, includes the following:

Meaningful or Misguided: Is There a Role for Impact Investing in Your Portfolio?

Take a dive into the topic of impact investing, effects of market volatility, “greenwashing”, proposed SEC rules for ESG disclosures & evolving market reactions.

SEC Proposes Enhanced Disclosure Requirements for ESG Investment Funds

The SEC proposed new regulations to establish disclosure requirements for funds and advisers that market themselves as having an ESG focus.

Alternative Fuel Tax Credit Cases Impact Use of Butane in Alternative Fuel Blending

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims held that the blends of butane and gasoline would not be eligible for the alternative fuel mixture credit.

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Webinar: ESG Regulatory Update and Leading Practices for ESG Reporting

Join our on-demand webinar to gain insight on ESG reporting, sustainability and trends that can help support the development of your organization. Our presenter talks through the basics of reporting standards, as well as a regulatory update including considerations and statements made by the SEC. ESG Regulatory Update and Leading Practices for ESG Reporting Watch on-Demand Our session covers: