In this publication, the Center for Community Investment uses six case studies of successful climate resilience investments to surface a set of common strategies that take aim at the systems underlying the inequitable distribution of risk. Together,...

This resource summary is for state, local, and K-12 energy professionals and non-finance experts seeking to understand how bonds can be used to pay for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and initiatives. It outlines market trends in...

CALED knows from its work supporting economic development throughout California that infrastructure financing is a challenge for many rural communities. CALED collaborated with CDFA to develop this guidebook to meet the need for a resource to help...

During this webinar, Eric Espino with PFM, Heather Green with the City and County of San Francisco, and Bob Gamble with PFM discussed how cities are addressing the challenges of climate change and the types of bond and financing structures being...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Mellon Webcast Series expert speakers discussed the types of financing tools that are needed in order to finance more resilient infrastructure development.

Brian McCarter. CEO of Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, explores the Green Bank Model for clean energy investment as well as opportunities to expand the use of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) to both commercial and residential sectors.

This month’s CDFA // BNY Mellon Development Finance Webcast Series on Capturing the Success of High Performing DFA's featured Tim Fisher of CDFA, Paul Toth of Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, Gary Smith of Chester County Economic Development...

Laura Franke explains PACE in the state of California and discusses what's next for PACE in California as our industry experts consider regulations, local consumer protection, and expanding commercial and residential programming in the Golden State.

CDFA and the U.S. Department of Energy have partnered to produce the Energy Investment Partnerships Webinar Series and a set of four Fact Sheets. Each Fact Sheet will summarize the best practices covered in the corresponding webinar and provides...

In this report by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, ways to use public funds to catalyze private investment in solar energy are explored.

In this paper by the Clean Energy Group, program and policy information, finance tools, and best practices are explored concerning resilient power and disaster planning.

The Columbus-Franklin County Finance Authority can provide financing for Central Ohio businesses, non-profits and local governments to fund cost-effective, energy efficiency improvements to buildings resulting in lower energy costs.

The U.S. EPA released this report as a general guide local decision-makers, summarizing the advantages and disadvantages of the funding sources for green infrastructure and stormwater utilities in particular.

This report from Clean Energy Group examines how to finance resilient power projects using a warehouse facility credit. The report suggest a bundling of loans for resilient power projects to achieve scale in the clean energy market.

Odis Jones of the Public Lighting Authority of Detroit discusses the financing mechanisms behind the installation of LED light bulbs for streetlights throughout Detroit.

CharlestonWISE is a community based energy program for Charleston County households offering trusted advice and personalized service to make home energy upgrades easy and affordable, as covered in this brochure.

This report by the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association is intended to help guide Michigan groups through the web of rules and regulations specific to Community Solar in Michigan, and provide up-front information to enthusiasts, community...

This guide from the US DOE is designed as a resource to shows the range of incentives and policies for operational community solar projects while providing examples. Additionally, this guide suggests changes in the regulatory landscape that could...

This report by NatLab include several case studies exemplifying how green infrastructure can help reduce pollution, lower municipal sewage cost, re-purpose vacant land, and other benefits.

NatLab provides approaches cities can take to attain their clean water goals by leveraging private capital for green infrastructure investment. Some tools include P3s, Tax Incentives, and Community Development Financial Institutions.

This document is the Technical Appendix—Case Studies for the Financing Energy Improvements on Utility Bills: Market Updates and Key Program Design Considerations for Policymakers and Administrators report.

This case study, on Real Pickles, by Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) provides an excellent overview of the direct public offering (DPO) preparation, filing, and marketing process.

The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund, “Farm to Plate Strategic Plan,” provides details on funds and financing, along with emerging models for Vermont's food system.

This paper outlines the opportunities for growth and investment opportunities in the local foods supply chain for philanthropic and profit-seeking investors.

The Institute for Sustainable Communities provided this sustainable food systems resource guide. It is intended to help local, state, and regional practitioners do their jobs better by exploring key challenges and elevating effective models and...

This City Practice Brief from the National League of Cities provides examples of cities enabling urban agriculture, increasing access to healthy food, and reducing waste in order to have a sustainable food system.

This publication from the Maryland Department of Planning, outlines how the food system is central to our current and future use of land, to our economy, and to our well-being, and is therefore a priority for planning.

This report by RSF Social Finance examines the current state of funding for addressing the problems in the food system and promotes the goals and the vision for a healthier food system.

The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition begins this guide with a general overview of the USDA’s structure, followed by descriptions and details of 15 grants and programs that are relevant to local and regional food systems development. Each...

This guide describes the process by which a small group of local food advocates began creating an investment fund in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts. This guide aims to help communities across the United States create their own...

This presentation from Lean & Green Michigan gives a short overview of how PACE can be an innovative way to help businesses save money, create jobs, and grow the tax base.

This report from CDFA, Brookings Institution Metropolitan Policy Program and Clean Energy Group demonstrates the tremendous potential for state and local bonding agencies to support clean energy investment through the bond market.

The City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation (“PIDC”) and The Reinvestment Fund (“TRF”) are offering the EnergyWorks Loan Fund to provide financing to support energy efficiency retrofits projects for businesses and...

GreenFinanceSF-Commercial is a Property Assessed Clean Energy, or PACE program, which allows commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency, renewable energy and water conservation improvements by applying a lien to the property. This...

An industry survey and report from Stamats explores new financing vehicles and developments for nonresidential buildings that are helping owners overcome the initial cost barrier associated with energy efficiency improvements.

ACEEE's 2013 City Energy Efficiency Scorecard ranks 34 of the most populous U.S. cities on their policies, actions, and implementation process to advance energy efficiency. The data highlights local actions that have resulted in excelling energy...

PACENow's Lender Support Handbook provides general guidelines for PACE borrowers and program administrators who seek consent from an existing mortgage lender for a PACE project, particularly when consent is being sought from a new and uninitiated...

The purpose of this ACEEE report is to provide an in-depth look at the barriers and potential solutions to energy efficiency investment in commercial leased space markets including office and multifamily subsectors across the United States....

This report published by Urban Sustainability Directors Network, is a guidance document for cities to develop investment strategies to increase innovations in their local food systems. The project includes asset inventory, tools and strategies, and...

This report from Sustainable Endowments Institute explores 'Greening the Bottom Line' and financing mechanisms that can be utilized to access affordable energy efficiency. The document specifically focuses on Green Revolving Funds (GRFs) which are...

This report from the Interstate Renewable Energy Council presents model rules for shared renewable energy programs to assist stakeholders in developing local or statewide programs. These renewable energy programs enable multiple customers to share...

This annual report highlights progress to build a broad PACE marketplace. Included are examples of the ways that PACENow is leading and helping to make PACE an efficient and effective tool for implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy...

The 2012 PDC Annual Report highlights accomplishments from the organization in the areas of neighborhood economic development, urban innovation, and public resource investment. As reflected in the following financial statements, PDC ended fiscal...

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...

The U.S. Clean Tech Leadership Index report contains findings from the 2013 editions of Clean Edge's State and Metro Indexes, which track activity in the U.S. based on a diverse set of underlying industry indicators at state and metro levels.

This report looks at the costs associated with smart growth development and conventional suburban development, as well as both strategies’ revenue potential. When compared to one another, Smart Growth finds sustainable development costs 1/3 less for...

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 May 2013 Revision maintains the fundamentals of the Governor's Budget. It reflects that the state's economic and budget recovery is continuing. However, the national economic outlook has dimmed since the Governor's Budget and recent federal...

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.