--- title: Concord | News description: Stay informed on the latest updates and news for Concord. image: https://www.concordlp.com/hubfs/A%20green%20woodland%20close%20up%20of%20the%20ground%20with%20the%20Concord%20logo%20overlaying%20on%20top.jpg --- [Home](https://www.concordlp.com/) / News # Latest News Gain expert insights from our specialists on the 179D energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction, clean energy incentives, and Section 6417 direct pay. Our blogs equip U.S. businesses and professionals with knowledge to cut costs, boost sustainability, and leverage rebates and cash refunds for eco-friendly initiatives. ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2026%20Section%20179D%20Update%20New%20Inflation%20Adjusted%20Benefit%20Rates%20Banner.jpeg?length=800&name=2026%20Section%20179D%20Update%20New%20Inflation%20Adjusted%20Benefit%20Rates%20Banner.jpeg) Published: Oct 16, 2025 | Updated: October 16, 2025 | 10 min 2026 Section 179D Update: New Inflation Adjusted Benefit Rates The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) marks a pivotal moment ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hubfs/Blog%20Assets/heropattern.png) # News Search Filter Select a topic Show all articles 174 Amortization 179D 179D Information ABI ACEC AGC AIA Advocacy Architects Billings Index Concord Policy Primer Construction EBI Economic Data Engineers Extenders General Contractors Industry Trends Legislative Outlook Legislative Update OBBBA PWA R&D Safe Harbor Tax Incentives ![Concord Energy Strategies graphic showing the U.S. Capitol with a green stamp reading 'Repealed' and headline text stating 'Section 174 Amortization Repealed'.](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1758711741509.jpg?length=800&name=1758711741509.jpg) [R&D](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/rd) Sep 24, 2025 ## Section 174 Repeal under OBBBA: Retroactive R&D Tax Relief for Small Businesses The R&D Tax Credits landscape has seen a major shift. With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), §174 amortization has been repealed. This change restores immediate expensing for U.S.-based R&D and offers retroactive relief for small businesses, potentially unlocking significant refunds. ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Debunking%209%20Myths%20About%20179D%20Tax%20Deduction%20-%20Maximize%20Energy%20Savings%20Before%20OBBBAs%202026%20Deadline%20Hits%20Banner.png?length=800&name=Debunking%209%20Myths%20About%20179D%20Tax%20Deduction%20-%20Maximize%20Energy%20Savings%20Before%20OBBBAs%202026%20Deadline%20Hits%20Banner.png) [179D Information](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/179d-information) Aug 22, 2025 ## Debunking 9 Myths About 179D Tax Deduction In the fast-paced world of commercial real estate and construction, the Section 179D tax deduction is a powerful tool for encouraging energy-efficient buildings. It offers significant tax savings for newly constructed buildings or upgrades to interior lighting, HVAC, and building envelope systems. But with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introducing changes effective as of July 4, 2025, and confusion around deadlines, forms, and compliance causing hesitation—especially among architects, contractors, and design professionals—it's easy to get tripped up by misinformation. You've likely heard colleagues venting about hurdles associated with securing allocation letters or questioning if retrofits even count. ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/179D%20-%20OBBBA%20Banner.png?length=800&name=179D%20-%20OBBBA%20Banner.png) [179D Information](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/179d-information) Jul 16, 2025 ## Maximize 179D Savings Before OBBBA Deadline Section 179D: A New Chapter Begins ![Concord logo and the US flag](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Existing%20Banner-1.jpg?length=800&name=Existing%20Banner-1.jpg) [179D Information](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/179d-information) Dec 20, 2019 ## 179D is Now Extended Through 2020 On December 20, 2019 President Trump signed into law H.R. 1865 the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, a $1.4 trillion federal spending bill. Included in this bill are numerous tax extenders, including an extension of the 179D Deduction. The extension of 179D means that building owner and designers of government owned buildings, placed in service through the end of 2020 can now claim benefits under 179D worth up to $1.80 per square foot. Taxpayers also have the ability to amend returns to claim missed tax incentives from previous years. To find out if you qualify contact our experts today by calling 502-384-9078 or click here to email. ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-4-4-4.jpg?length=800&name=7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-4-4-4.jpg) [179D Information](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/179d-information) Feb 12, 2018 ## 179D Extended! 2017 Projects Now Eligible The bipartisan budget deal that passed on Friday, February 9, 2018 includes welcome news for building owners who have invested in energy efficiency as well as the architects and construction firms who’ve delivered their energy-efficiency projects. ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-4-4-4.jpg?length=800&name=7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-4-4-4.jpg) [179D Information](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/179d-information) Feb 08, 2018 ## Concord Policy Primer – 179D Extension in Senate Budget Deal Concord is pleased to report the following breaking developments from D.C.: ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-Mar-19-2024-10-34-32-1456-AM-3-3.jpg?length=800&name=7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-28-10-1414-PM-Mar-19-2024-10-34-32-1456-AM-3-3.jpg) [Concord Policy Primer](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/concord-policy-primer) Dec 20, 2017 ## Concord Policy Primer, Volume 5 – Extenders Language Released Earlier today, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Orrin Hatch filed legislation that would extend a host of expired tax provisions. Section 179D would be extended through December 31, 2018 (with one-year retroactive to cover 2017). ![](https://www.concordlp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-30-53-7321-PM-1-1-1.jpg?length=800&name=7991040b-2085-4fb1-b8f9-0073021d4880-450px-Mar-18-2024-03-30-53-7321-PM-1-1-1.jpg) [Concord Policy Primer](https://www.concordlp.com/news/tag/concord-policy-primer) Dec 06, 2017 ## Concord Policy Primer, Volume 5 Seeking to rewrite the script on what has been a year devoid of many signature legislative achievements, Washington Republicans are on the verge of passing the most substantial piece of tax legislation in three decades. Last week, in a show of legislative and political nimbleness that eluded Republicans during the Obamacare repeal debate, the Senate passed its version of tax reform – setting up the massive tax package for enactment before the end of 2017.