The State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network provides a summary of updated review and analysis of existing on-bill programs and offers insight on key program design issues for consideration.

Andrea Schroer with Georgia Environmental Finance Authority discusses the many energy financing programs available in Georgia. The presentation also include conservation financing projects including case studies.

The State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network provides an updated review and analysis of existing on-bill programs and offers insight on key program design issues for consideration.

Mike Aller with Energy Florida explores the innovation and energy programs available in Florida.

This presentation from CEFIA is an overview of the state, federal and third-party financing options for generating assets available, in addition to Department of Energy and Environmental Protection grants, for municipalities and project developers...

PACENow provides a case study on the largest commercial PACE project in the country, the Hilton Los Angeles. Commercial PACE market surpassed the $51M mark in 2013.

Illinois Finance Authority emphasizes the use of loans and bonds to provide the lowest cost of capital possible to public, private, and nonprofit borrowers for energy efficiency improvements.

This whitepaper by Advanced Energy Economy examined the range of financing programs offered and administered by various state agencies in California, which agency had oversight over each program, and how the offerings of the different programs...

Hallie Kennan with Energy Innovation explains the impetus behind the creation of green banks, a structural overview, purposes, and a detailed case study.

Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) released a loan program interest rates document associated with receiving GEFA financing. GEFA will charge the following interest rates for the types of loans listed in the document according to the...

This report identifies the key components of Solarize Connecticut based on a highly successful pilot program and lessons learned. In each Solarize community residential solar installations more than doubled during a 20 week period.

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) approved a decision to have the investor-owned utilities implement energy efficiency financing pilots for both residential and non-residential properties. This presentation describes CAEATFA's role...

This energy plan articulates Pennsylvania’s energy policy for 2014 and beyond. The policy ensures the framework is in place to continue to have an abundant, reliable supply of energy through all types of resources for all Pennsylvanians.

Stephen Pearlman with Inglesino, Pearlman, Wyciskala & Taylor describes the model originally used for solar energy production in Morris County, using a clever combination of tax credits, PPAs, SRECs and accelerated depreciation. The model is...

Some of the largest renewable energy installations are happening on the west coast. Each project presents new and creative financing structures that are taking hold across the country. During this webcast, David Hurlbut from the National Renewable...

During this webcast, David Hurlbut from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, John Kinney of Clean Fund, and Suzanne Linfante from the Nevada Governor's Office of Energy discussed the latest renewable energy financing trends on the west coast.

On September 19th, the California Public Utilities Commission launched a suite of residential and non-residential pilot programs designed to spur private sector investment in energy efficiency projects throughout the state. This document details the...

Sadicka White along with head officials with Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) provide substantial insight on the various financing programs offered by ODSA including local government financing programs, energy loan funds, the state historic...

The Clean Energy + Bond Finance Initiative crafted an 'Anatomy of the Deal' document to highlight the main aspects of the NYSERDA Energy Efficiency Bond project and provide a comprehensive list of resources.

David Rogers with Frost Brown Todd discusses Ohio Air Quality Development Authority's (OAQDA) clean energy bond programs. Rogers explores qualifying projects, economic impacts, power purchase agreements, qualified energy conservation bonds, and PACE...

Kate Tompkins with Squire Sanders addresses challenges in clean energy and energy finance. Furthermore, Tompkins touches on important financing considerations, and assessing various sources of capital to find the best match for your particular...

David Mustine with JobsOhio provides an update on Utica Shale from the state's perspective. Mustine shares project information from around the state and their estimated investments, and state strategies to support industry expansion and innovation.

Oregon is a national leader in wind power installations and wind power generation. Developing Oregon's wind resource has provided numerous economic and environmental benefits to the state. This fact sheet details the economic and environmental...

Brian Farnen with Clean Energy Finance and Investment Authority (CEFIA) discusses the organization's clean energy inventive programs. Farnen demonstrates the array of programs the green bank is able to offer, that are rare within the traditional...

Steven Klein with First Infrastructure highlights how states with similar goals and different approaches were able to provide lower cost finance for energy loans. Klein explores the steps taken by both Alaska and New York and the unique obstacles...

Michael Paparian with California State Treasurer's Office reports on the state of energy financing, specifically with emerging or nontraditional financing models for clean energy investment at the state level. Paparian discusses financing sources...

The Clean Energy + Bond Finance Initiative released this report detailing how states and cities are using bonds and other existing tools to finance clean energy development. The report explores state and city examples of new financial structures,...

The CDFA California Financing Roundtable partnered with CALED and the League of California Cities to organize a webcast which discussed the ins & outs of PACE financing and the impacts it can have on communities within the state of California....

PACE financing will now be available in Texas for energy-efficiency and water conservation upgrades to commercial and industrial properties. The Act authorizes local governments to establish a mechanism to enable property owners to obtain long-term,...

The State Energy Loan Program (SELP) offers low-interest loans for projects that: save energy; produce energy from renewable resources such as water, wind, geothermal, solar, biomass, waste materials or waste heat; use recycled materials to create...

The City of Southfield established the City of Southfield Property Assessed Clean Energy Program pursuant to Act 270 of 2010 by joining Lean & Green Michigan™. The PACE Program has identified specific sources of commercial funding to finance the...

Kate Meis, Associate Director of California's Local Government Commission presents an overview of the state's Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing opportunities. PACE programs have significant positive economic and fiscal impacts $4...

The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) has adopted a Sustainability and Green Design Policy which includes all aspects the organizations activities. On the following pages you will find a compilation of Green Development incentives...

Chad Smith with Ohio Development Services Agency discusses the State's energy policy, goals and resources. Smith shares detailed information about the Energy Loan Fund and provides a couple case studies that have successfully made use of the program.

Bradley Francis of Solar Design & Development discusses the Camilla Solar Farm Development Project and the impact that such developments have had across the state of Georgia.

The Oregon Economic Development Association (OEDA) retained Cardno to provide an analysis of public incentives available for economic development within the State of Oregon. In this document, Cardno provides a review of the rationale, philosophy,...

This investment guide provides a snapshot of a few financing programs available in the state of California. The state has a strong focus on Industrial Development Bonds, pollution control financing, small business loans and loan guarantees, and more.

The State of California Business Investment Guide serves as a reference document to highlight strategic business advantages, new state-sponsored initiatives, incentives, as well as existing technical and financial assistance programs which are...

The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) is the City of Pittsburgh’s economic development agency, committed to creating jobs, expanding the City’s tax base, and improving the vitality of businesses and neighborhoods. On the following...

The Ohio Development Services Agency has created this list of economic development programs available for a range of public and private sector clients. This document contains information on programs such as the State Energy Program, the Ohio Job...

Bostonia Partners produced a case-study detailing the Keystone Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) which provides low interest rate consumer loans for energy saving improvements. The loans are made possible via State Treasury executing a secondary...

State of Pennsylvania released the 2012 Annual Report for the Commonwealth Financing Authority. The report tracks a diverse range of development finance programs aimed at addressing all areas of the state. Each program and tool are accompanied by an...

Pennsylvania approved the Alternative and Clean Energy Program in early 2013. The program provides grants and loans for the utilization, development and construction of alternative and clean energy projects in the Commonwealth. This document...

The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity released the application guidelines and application for the Community Solar and Wind Energy Grant Program. The program funds projects that support development and implementation of...

The Northeast has become one of the leading regions for renewable energy finance, always improving and creating innovative financing structures from Delaware to Maine. During this webcast, we heard Jo Bradley from the Vermont Economic Development...

The Northeast has become one of the leading regions for renewable energy finance, always improving and creating innovative financing structures from Delaware to Maine. During this webcast, we heard Jo Bradley from the Vermont Economic Development...

The California Financial Opportunities Roundtable (CalFOR) created this document encompassing all the access to capital financing tools available in California. CalFOR identified opportunities and developed recommendations for leveraging existing...

This document provides guidance, requirements, forms and other information to assist eligible taxpayers claim the Georgia Clean Energy Property Tax Credit. The credits are available to taxpayers between July 1, 2008 and December 31, 2014.

The Texas Renewable Energy Industry Report is a very detailed assessment of the state's renewable energy portfolio. The report is balanced with information and data highlighting case studies. financial incentives, consumption by energy source,...

The American Wind Energy Association created this profile of the state, emphasizing the positive economic impact wind energy has created in Georgia.