The 179D Tax Deduction is a great way to help fund multifamily and commercial renovations and new construction projects by giving up to $5 per square foot for energy conservation. The deduction has been around since 2005 but has seen some large changes in recent years. This is an introductory webinar; our 179D expert will discuss the background of this powerful green building deduction and the recent changes created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. We will also discuss the alternative qualification path known as the Retrofit Program and what this new path means for building owners and designers of buildings. We will discuss what role Davis Bacon's wages play in this for fair worker wages. Bonus: The first 10 minutes of this session will include a brief update on where we stand with Inflation Reduction Act Resources available to the residential construction and home improvement sector given by Stephen Naimoli of Atlas Public Policy. Continuing Education Units (CEUS) submitted 1 hour in* • Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) • Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse • Submitted for American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) • Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP) • Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) Pillar(s): Energy • American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) • State Architect / Builder License may be applicable • Building Science Institute (BSI) Verifier • Passive House Consultant US (CPHC) • Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) Lessons Learned: 1. **Understand** the importance of energy-efficient renovations in Multifamily, Commercial and Mixed-Use buildings to promote healthier indoor environments for occupants. 2. **Analyze** the safety implications of the 179D Tax Deduction in incentivizing the use of sustainable materials and practices that reduce hazards during construction. 3. **Introduce** the energy modeling calculations needed to obtain the tax credit 4. **Articulate** how the 179D deduction not only supports energy conservation but also enhances community welfare through fairer wages to workers on projects Speaker: Jillian Jones Jillian has over a decade of unique experience and has a diverse background in the real estate industry, construction, and tax planning. She has successfully delivered extensive benefits to commercial building owners, Architects, Engineers, and Contractors through the implementation of the §179D Tax Deductions, 45L Tax Credits, and many other federal tax incentives.