Christianson CPAs & Consultants is headed to the Beyond Innovation Conference (April 21–23, 2026), and we’re excited to have four of our team members sharing practical, timely guidance for agribusiness and renewable fuels leaders who are navigating fast-moving change.
As a Platinum Sponsor, we’re looking forward to connecting and contributing insights that help renewable energy organizations strengthen operations, improve readiness, and maximize the impact of technology and incentives.
Catch our sessions (and bring your questions)
Lowering your CI Score with EACs, Danielle Anderson
Wednesday 4/22 | 11:05 AM – 11:45 AM
Join Danielle Anderson, Senior Government Policy and Advocacy Manager, for a clear breakdown of how Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs) can influence CI scoring and 45Z outcomes. This includes deliverability, incrementality, temporal matching and what source requirements are and why they matter. Additionally, learn how EACs can improve a renewable fuel facility’s 45Z credit value.
PWA Lessons Learned, Kathryn Mueller
Wednesday 4/22 | 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Hear from Kathryn Mueller, Audit Manager, on real-world takeaways from applying PWA requirements to construction, repair/alteration, and maintenance activities tied to enhanced 45Z credit value. Expect practical examples and documentation pointers geared for executive teams and project leaders.
45Z in 2026: Navigating Regulatory Change and Credit Monetization, Rebecca Johnson
Wednesday 4/22 | 2:25 PM – 3:15 PM
Don’t miss Rebecca Johnson, Tax Manager, with a practical overview of qualification, documentation/verification, audit readiness, buyer due diligence, and credit transfer mechanics—all through the lens of evolving guidance and 2026 implementation realities.
45Z and the GREET Model, Kari Buttenhoff
Thursday 4/23 | 11:05 AM – 11:45 AM
Join Kari Buttenhoff, Partner, for a session focused on 45Z guidance, proposed regulations, and 45Z CF‑GREET modeling inputs, including how EAC rules have shifted and where safe harbors and emission factor certifications fit in.
New Sustainability Requirements & Plant-Level Readiness for State Clean Fuel Programs, Danielle Anderson
Thursday 4/23 | 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Renewable fuel producers selling into California must comply with expanded sustainability requirements under the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS). Danielle Anderson will provide information on the steps producers must take in identifying affected feedstocks; working with suppliers and aggregators to collect required documentation; updating contracts to reflect land-use; and sustainability requirements and building secure recordkeeping systems.
Let’s Connect!
If you’ll be at the Beyond Innovation Conference, we’d love to meet. Stop by our booth, introduce yourself, and let’s talk through what’s changing — and what you can do now to prepare.
