MRSC Webinar: Making the Most of Clean Energy Incentives in Washington State

Thursday, March 26, 2026
12 PM – 1:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Credits: CM Sustainability (pending approval)

Registration closes on Thursday, March 26 at 12 PM. All registrants will also receive a link to view the webinar recording.

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Webinar Overview

This webinar will discuss how to unlock substantial savings for clean energy projects at any stage—whether your entity is exploring possibilities, currently developing a project, or ready to seek a credit for projects that have recently been completed. We’ll describe the process for maximizing federal credits while they remain available, with topics including the elective pay framework, strategies for combining multiple funding streams, and the current landscape and challenges for clean energy incentives.

We’ll also share information about free services available through the Washington Clean Energy Tax Assistance (WA CETCAP) program, including a real-world case study from King County highlighting their experience navigating federal clean energy incentives with the assistance of the WA CETCAP program.

Washington CETCAP is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Visit https://www.climate.wa.gov for more information.

Educational Objectives

• Navigate elective pay/direct payment provisions
• Recognize common challenges and pitfalls in accessing clean energy incentives and how to address them proactively
• Uncover funding pathways for clean energy projects
• Leverage WA CETCAP’s resources, tools, and technical guidance to optimize available incentives and compliance support

Who Should Attend?

Washington state clean energy project developers and owners at any stage (planning, development, or completion), with a particular focus on local government entities such as county and city sustainability offices, public works departments, facilities and energy managers, and utility or infrastructure program leads who are planning or managing clean energy projects.

Credits

This training is eligible for:

• 1.0 hours of CM Sustainability credit from the American Planning Association (pending approval).

Presenters

• A.C. Meyer, Supervising Attorney, Clean Energy & Tax: Prior to joining L4GG, A.C. Meyer spent four years working in tax and policy at an Am Law 50 firm, helping clients structure clean energy projects to qualify for federal clean energy tax credits. A.C.’s experience with the Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”) began prior to its passage, as they advised clients throughout the legislative process and following enactment. In addition to educating clean energy producers about IRA credits, A.C. has drafted client comments to the U.S. Treasury on proposed IRA credit regulations. A.C. holds a BS from the University of Pittsburgh, a JD and an LLM in Taxation from the University of Washington School of Law, and is a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar.
• Camille Edwards Bennehoff, Senior Staff Attorney, Clean Energy & Tax: Camille brings her passion for public service and extensive experience as a tax attorney and tax preparer to Lawyers for Good Government (L4GG), where she advises on tax law matters. Prior to joining L4GG, she spent seven years in the IRS Office of Chief Counsel’s National Office, working on tax guidance and litigation, including implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) fuel tax credits and Superfund excise taxes, and drafting guidance for the section 40B (sustainable aviation fuel) and section 45Z (clean fuel production) credits. Earlier in her career, Camille clerked for Special Trial Judge Peter Panuthos at the United States Tax Court, drafting opinions and orders across a range of tax matters, and also worked on state and local tax issues and tax returns at PwC and a San Diego–based tax law firm. Camille holds a JD and an LLM in Taxation from the University of San Diego School of Law and a BA in Accounting from California State University Fullerton, and is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and California (voluntary inactive), the U.S. Tax Court, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
• Minho Park, Senior Project Manager, Climate Change & Environmental Justice: Minho has dedicated his career to project management in support of clean energy and clean transportation initiatives within the utility and municipal sectors. Prior to joining L4GG, he designed and implemented utility-scale demand management and electric vehicle charging infrastructure incentive programs to advance renewable energy adoption in California. He also contributed to transportation demand management efforts for the City of San Francisco, where he developed a rapid-response public transportation program to support essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Minho holds a B.S. in Conservation and Resource Studies from the University of California, Berkeley.
• KeAsia Foston, Vice Presidence of Business Development, Giraffe Financial: KeAsia is Vice President of Business Development at Giraffe Financial, where she drives strategic business growth and client partnerships. Leveraging a deep expertise in tax including Internal Revenue Code (IRC) sections 48, 48E, 45W, and 30C, KeAsia delivers value through strategic planning and relationship management. She previously served as an energy consultant at Trinity, managing a portfolio of high-value clients and providing subject matter expertise on renewable energy tax incentives. KeAsia also worked on tax credits at Alliant Group, and as a tax analyst at Ernst & Young (EY). KeAsia holds a Master’s degree in Finance from Texas A&M University.
• Terence Sullivan, Buildings and Energy Manager, Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP), King County, WA: Terry Sullivan is an experienced professional in climate policy and energy management currently serving as the Buildings and Energy Manager in the Department of Natural Resources and Parks of King County, WA, overseeing a $60 million building decarbonization program and coordinating climate policy engagement. Prior to this role, Terry held positions as Climate and Energy Program Manager at King County, Strategic Advisor, and Senior Planning Specialist at the City of Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment, where management of climate policies and data analysis for thousands of buildings were key responsibilities. Earlier experience includes consulting for EMI Consulting on clean energy projects, managing commercial building retrofits at Alsterlind Construction, and contributing to research as a graduate assistant at the University of Washington. Terry holds a Master of Public Administration in Energy Management and Economics and a Bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.