Walker Blue, LLC Launches as National Leader in Energy Tax Incentives and Engineering Services Following Merger of Walker Reid Strategies and Blue Energy Group

September 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM EDT

Walker Reid Strategies (est. 2010) and Blue Energy Group (est. 2012) announce the official completion of their merger, forming Walker Blue, LLC, a national leader in energy tax incentives and engineering services. The consolidation strengthens the firm's ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that maximize incentives, minimize tax liability, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize building design for commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional clients nationwide.

“This merger unites two highly respected organizations with a shared commitment to precision, compliance, and client success,” said Walker Blue Chief Executive Officer Josh Howes.

Expanded Service Offerings

Walker Blue combines the complementary strengths of its predecessor firms and expands capabilities, offering a robust suite of services:

Investment Tax Credits (ITC) cost studies (§48/§48E/§30C) with integrated Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship (PWA) and Domestic Content tracking
§179D Tax Deduction Certification
§45L Tax Credit
Energy Engineering Services
ESG & Climate Risk Assessments
Energy Audits
Residential Energy Services
Utility Allowance Services (HUD, LIHTC & State Agencies)

Positioned for Growth and Leadership

The formation of Walker Blue reflects the increasing complexity of energy infrastructure projects, where technical compliance and financial strategies must be seamlessly integrated. With its expanded capabilities and national footprint, Walker Blue is well-positioned to partner with energy service companies (ESCOs), developers, designers, building owners, and CPAs to capture the full value of energy tax incentives, optimize building performance, and achieve measurable cost savings.

“Energy projects today demand both engineering rigor and tax strategy expertise,” said Walker Blue Chief Strategy Officer David Diaz. “At Walker Blue, we simplify the process for our clients so they can achieve their energy efficiency and sustainability objectives while significantly enhancing their bottom line.”

About Walker Blue, LLC

Walker Blue, LLC is a national energy engineering and tax incentive firm focused on §179D certifications and Investment and Production Tax Credits, with full support for prevailing wage and domestic content compliance. The firm also provides energy engineering, audits, ESG assessments, and utility allowance studies for LIHTC and public housing authorities, helping clients maximize incentives, stay compliant, and strengthen project value.