179D After the Sunset: Why Designers Can Continue Claiming the Deduction for Years
Design firms should treat June 30, 2026, as a project-screening and documentation deadline. The construction-start date, placed-in-service year, and…
Boston BERDO Deadline Moved to Aug. 15, 2026: What Building Owners Should Do Now
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube Book a Meeting By Jesse Stanley | Principal, Energy Services Boston just extended the next BERDO reporting deadline, giving covered building owners more time to file emissions and energy data. The BERDO Review Board moved the 2026 BERDO reporting deadline from May 15 to August 15, … Read More
Republican-led Plan Aims to Preserve 179D Building Energy Deductions, Extend Other Energy Credits
A new bill, H.R. 8477 (the “American Energy Dominance Act”), was introduced on April 23, 2026 by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), with Republican co-sponsors including Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH), Max Miller (R-OH), and Michael Lawler (R-NY). The legislation…
Never Claimed 179D? Here’s What to Do Before It’s Too Late
If you or your clients have never claimed the 179D Tax Deduction, now is the time to act, especially for projects completed in 2022 and those wrapping up in 2025. As tax deadlines and statutes of limitation close, building owners, architects, engineers, and designers may…
Top 4 Reasons Why 2026 Is a Breakout Year for Leveraging the 179D Tax Deduction
Book a Meeting Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube Book a Meeting The 179D Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction has become one of the most powerful tools for improving cash flow and incentivizing sustainable design. But 2026 stands out as a uniquely promising year to take advantage of 179D. A combination of market forces, previous legislative enhancements, … Read More
A Guide to Which Building Envelope Components Are Required for 179D
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Design teams frequently ask: What building envelope components must be included in the design to qualify for the 179D Tax Deduction? To secure certification for a qualified design, evaluators must model the building exactly as designed. This means the design of the … Read More
Unlocking 179D Tax Deductions for Retrofit Projects
See if you qualify Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify When design professionals think about the 179D Tax Deduction, the first image that often comes to mind is large-scale, newly constructed government or tax-exempt buildings. These projects are typically straightforward when it comes to 179D eligibility and are … Read More
Which HVAC Systems Help Designers Qualify for 179D?
See if you qualify Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Designing tax-exempt buildings with energy efficiency in mind presents architects, engineers, and designers with a unique opportunity to capture valuable tax incentives under the 179D Tax Deduction. Among the key systems that can significantly impact energy performance are … Read More
Why Passthrough Entities Need Expert Guidance to Claim 179D Successfully
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See if you qualify The 179D Tax Deduction is a well-known and highly valuable incentive for firms in the architecture, engineering, and design industries. By rewarding energy-efficient projects, this deduction provides meaningful financial relief to professionals who play a key role in shaping sustainable buildings. While … Read More
How Designers Can Regularly Benefit from 179D Deductions
See If You Qualify Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube The 179D Tax Deduction provides significant opportunities for architects, engineers, and designers who work on energy-efficient, tax-exempt buildings. Yet, many professionals miss out on recurring benefits because they are unaware of how to claim 179D on a regular basis. With the passage … Read More
