14.   Investments

Investments in renewable energy projects are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. The balance of these investments was $2,671 and $3,174 as of January 29, 2022 and January 30, 2021, respectively, and is included in other long-term assets on the consolidated balance sheets. The Company did not contribute capital or receive investment tax credits during fiscal 2021. The Company contributed capital of $5,665 and received distributions including $1,689 of investment tax credits during fiscal 2020.

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The Company made other investments of $4,297 during fiscal 2021.

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