Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Agreements (EPCs) for Low- and Moderate-Income Cooperatives

This program provides attorneys with a foundational understanding of the key legal agreements and concepts involved in developing low-income community solar projects. Topics covered include Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreements; Group Net Metering agreements; Requests for Proposals (RFPs); state renewable energy grants; federal tax credits; renewable energy certificates (RECs); and solar zoning laws. Attorneys will gain insight into structuring projects, navigating regulatory considerations, and advising clients on financing strategies.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Demystify subject matter by identifying familiar  contract and zoning elements
2. Identify key agreements needed to form a community solar project
3. Identify relevant parties for executing a community solar project
4. Discuss alternative capitalization strategies with clients