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Stay informed with the latest developments and expert perspectives on tax credits from Mickelson & Company. Our articles offer thorough analysis and up-to-date insights into the railroad and renewable energy sectors. Utilize this knowledge to strengthen your strategic planning in these crucial areas.
45Z Transfer Pricing in 1H 2026: What’s Actually Moving the Bid
The first half of 2026 marks the transition of Section 45Z clean fuel production tax credits from an emerging concept to an execution-driven market. After a slow and uncertain 2025, pricing is now less about headline credit value and more about how transactions are structured, documented, and delivered.
Webinar: Turning 45Z Tax Credits into Climate Capital
Hosted by Timothy Daniel of Rimba AI for San Francisco Climate Week 2026, Mickelson & Company's Vice President of Renewables & Legal Counsel Faith Larson discusses the Section 45Z tax credit, one of the most favorable tax credits for a corporate purchaser.
Five Things to Consider in a Tax Credit Transfer
Navigating the landscape of tax credit transfers requires a strategic approach that goes far beyond simply finding the lowest price. By focusing on these key considerations, investors can secure high-quality credits that offer both immediate value and enduring peace of mind.
A Solution to the §45Z Buyer-Size Mismatch
As 2025 tax year filing nears, mid-sized companies are using "buyer’s clubs" to access Section 45Z renewable energy credits. These innovative fund structures allow smaller taxpayers to pool resources into LLCs, overcoming high entry costs to secure the tax benefits typically reserved for large corporations.
The Tax Broker/Advisor as Quarterback in Section 45Z Credit Transactions
Navigating the Section 45Z tax credit is a game of inches; it requires a transaction “quarterback” to align the interests and priorities of biofuel producers and corporate taxpayers.
Section 45Z: Proposed Regulations Provide Clarity and Certainty
After a year of anticipation, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published long-awaited proposed regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit on Feb. 4, 2026.
How §45Z Creates Incremental Yield for Corporate Buyers
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 created certain transferable tax credits that have evolved from theory to a strategic asset class for finance and taxation experts. As this market continues to mature, pricing differences have emerged across credit types, particularly among Sections 45X, 45Y, and 45Z, creating a value-add opportunity for corporate buyers.
Webinar: Benefits to Corporate Buyers of a 45Z Tax Credit Purchase
Learn more about the benefits of a 45Z tax credit purchase for the corporate buyer, including the centerpiece of due diligence – the tax credit opinion, how to maximize value and mitigate risk in a 45Z transaction, and regulatory updates.
Considerations for Buyers of Section 45Z Transferable Tax Credits
The Inflation Reduction Act introduced market transferability for numerous clean energy incentives, and the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit is now among the most actively traded in the market. For corporate taxpayers, it presents an efficient and repeatable mechanism to reduce cash tax liabilities while achieving a measurable rate of return.