2024 Sustainable Energy in America Factbook

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State of Clean Energy 2023

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Cleantech Ecosystem Resources

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Sec. 174 Resource Center

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GROWING THE CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY

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The Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) is the small business voice of the clean energy economy, working to enhance opportunities for clean energy providers through policy support, market and technology information, and business development. Who are you?

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HIGHLIGHTS

Recent updates and activities
| Annual Report

March 13, 2024

2023 Annual Report

The Clean Energy Business Network is pleased to announce the release of our 2023 Annual Report. Learn more about CEBN’s engagement and impact on clean energy policy, industry, and opportunities for small businesses.
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Inflation Reduction Act | Just Transition

February 14, 2024

Insight into Direct Pay for Clean Energy Tax Credits

Elective pay, also commonly referred to as “direct pay,” is a new mechanism included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that enables certain tax-exempt entities to receive direct cash payments from the IRS in the amount of an energy tax…
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Blog | Just Transition

February 5, 2024

Recording – Navigating DOE Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiatives

On February 1, CEBN hosted a webinar exploring DOE sponsored manufacturing funding opportunities featuring presentations from officials at the DOE’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) and Interagency Working Group.
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Press Releases | Federal Investment

February 1, 2024

Press Release: CEBN Applauds House Passage of Tax Deal, Strong Bipartisan Support for Restoring R&D Tax Deduction

Lynn Abramson, President of the Clean Energy Business Network, provided a statement after the House of Representatives passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. This legislation includes a retroactive restoration to Section 174 allowing for immediate expensing…
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