Renaissance Arts and Education (RAE), Tampa Bay Solar, and Regenerative Shift will collaborate at a bilingual elementary school in Palmetto, Florida. HOLA! Elementary is carrying out a 2 MW rooftop solar project located on the Manatee Art School campus in RAE. The project is planned to be put into use in the summer of 2025.

The project aims to seek domestic component incentive credits within the IRA. In addition, as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, RAE will utilize the IRS selective payment provision, which allows tax exempt organizations to directly receive full clean energy tax credits paid directly by the IRS.

Manati Art School has long been an advocate for innovation and sustainable development, and this project strengthens the school's commitment to environmental management and operational efficiency. By investing in solar energy, RAE will significantly reduce its carbon footprint, lower long-term energy costs, and set an example for schools and non-profit organizations nationwide.

This project demonstrates how non-profit and education sectors can lead sustainable development, "said Dr. Charles Jones, President of RAE and founder of Manatee School For the Arts. By partnering with Tampa Bay Solar and Regenerative Shift, we are proud to implement this transformative clean energy solution that benefits our students and the planet in an economically efficient manner

Tampa Bay Solar will be responsible for overseeing the design, engineering, and installation of a 2 MW system. Environmental consulting firm Regenerative Shift will guide RAE through the complex process of obtaining federal tax benefits and ensuring compliance with IRA requirements.

The collaboration with RAE is of great significance to me, "said Steve Rutherford, owner of Tampa Bay Solar. This is an opportunity to give back to the community and showcase the power of solar energy to the next generation of leaders - not just as a technological solution, but also as a core value of environmental management

Caleb Quaid, President of Regenerative Shift, added, "This project demonstrates how tax incentives can be used to drive the development of renewable energy projects. It sets an example for other non-profit organizations and businesses on how to benefit the environment while reducing operating costs