Tax Credit Transferability: Small Businesses Unlock IRA's Clean Energy Incentives

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As Congress debates the future of clean energy incentives, America's agricultural sector faces significant challenges — from rising operational costs to unpredictable climate conditions. For many farmers, energy expenses represent a substantial portion of their overhead. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) offers a powerful solution through transferable tax credits that make clean energy investments more accessible, even for entities without sufficient tax liability to utilize them fully.

Ralston Family Farms, a woman-owned, regenerative rice farm in Arkansas, is an example of how transferable tax credits can transform rural businesses. With Ever.green's personalized guidance, the Ralstons successfully navigated the complex process of monetizing their clean energy tax credits from an 8-acre, 850kW solar installation.

While the farm had invested in solar technology that qualified for  tax incentives, they couldn't fully utilize these credits due to limited tax liability. Ever.green stepped in to bridge this gap, connecting the farm with a tax credit buyer and managing the transfer process from start to finish. With Ever.green's support, Ralston Family Farms converted their unused tax credits into immediate capital to be reinvested into their operations.

The benefits of the IRA’s incentives extend beyond just financial savings. By generating their own power, Ralston Family Farms has enhanced their energy security and contributed to grid resilience in rural Arkansas. Their aim to be self-sufficient demonstrates how clean energy adoption can strengthen entire communities while advancing environmental stewardship.

Since 1999, Ralston Family Farms has cultivated their land with a commitment to sustainability. Their partnership with Ever.green has helped contribute to the farm's financial future for generations, proving that tax credit transferability creates a pathway for rural businesses to embrace renewable energy solutions.

Read the full story on how Ralston Family Farms monetized their solar tax credits with Ever.green's expert guidance, transforming their unusable tax incentives into immediate capital that supports both their operations and their environmental mission.

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