Question:

In a brownfield repowering, is the brownfield facility part of the eligible basis for the grant or only the “improvements”. For example, if I bought a mothballed facility for $10mm, and then put $10mm more into it to get it running, is the basis for the grant $10mm or $20mm??

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Does the experience in cleantech law that West Coast law firms have make them a natural go-to for East Coast cleantech companies who are getting started?

Thanks,
Erika

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I formed a California LLC last July, a startup and solely renewable energy related service. I found an investor, and raised a particular amount of funds for a certain percentage of the company. It was not a sufficient amount but I had no choice and had to give up a significant percentage equity. I used a very capable law firm, but they have a high fee that reduces my realistic access for needed information/advice. My company performs a critical industry infrastructure technical function that the solar industry cannot do without (literally), and is one of only three such companies. For privacy, I am omitting some information. Additional (more…)