This Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) report covers the size, scope, and nature of the Commonwealth’s clean energy industry. One concern the report noted is decline in private capital investments, particularly for early-stage companies...

The purpose of this Guide from the Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA) is to help states structure and launch Solarize programs. Solarize is a cost-efficient way for communities to scale up residential solar deployment.

John MacLean, President of Energy Efficiency Finance Corp., presented this case study of the Seattle Foundation Secured Investment Facility at the ACEEE EE Finance Forum.

EPA’s Brownfields Sustainability Pilots provide technical assistance to assist communities in achieving greener, more sustainable results when redeveloping brownfields. These pilots also provide models for other communities across the country.

EPA’s Brownfields Sustainability Pilots provide technical assistance to assist communities in achieving greener, more sustainable results when redeveloping brownfields. These pilots also provide models for other communities across the country.

Caitlin Lanctot with California Statewide Communities Development Authority, explains how the Statewide Communities Infrastructure Program (SCIP) and PACE financing in California works and gives examples of uses of the programs.

The U.S. EPA conducts a thorough report that analyzes the Brownfields Program from 2003-2008. The report touches on the financing mechanisms used and the success/failures of the program.

This Global Development Incubator report describes the financing can promote development outcomes. It aims to create a common language and vision for leaders in the public and private sector to use as they explore innovative financing opportunities.

This paper explores the impacts of city-level permitting and other local regulatory processes on residential PV prices in the US by combining data from two "scoring" mechanisms that capture local regulatory process efficiency with the largest...

This paper explores the impacts of city-level permitting and other local regulatory processes on residential PV prices in the US by combining data from two "scoring" mechanisms that capture local regulatory process efficiency with the largest...

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

Andrew Levin of Levin Energy Partners discusses the purpose of PACE financing in Michigan and the economic implications of the program.

Mary Templeton, Executive Director of Michigan Saves, discuss the organization's role in providing low-interest loans for energy efficiency improvements and the resulting benefits for customers.

This paper from Clean Energy Group outlines the dangers that power outages can pose to our most vulnerable populations, the failures of traditional backup power sources, and the opportunities to develop distributed energy systems with clean and...

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) published this assessment of utility-sector energy efficiency program costs and cost effectiveness in 2009-2012.

This ACEEE report tracks the progress of the 26 states with energy efficiency resources standard (EERS) policies in place as of January 2014 to determine whether they are meeting their annual saving targets.

Howard Henderson from the USDA discusses the many rural development programs the department offers.

Tim Lizura, President & COO of the NJ Economic Development Authority, discusses the role of the Energy Resilience Bank and the different funding techniques the Bank will use in an effort to promote sustainability for targeted critical facilities and...

Jean Carter Ryan of the Columbus-Franklin Finance Authority outlines the different finance mechanisms that can be utilized through the Columbus Region Energy Fund.

Todd Nein outlines the methods used by the Ohio Air Quality Development Authority (OAQDA) in financing development projects.

Christina O'Keeffe of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission discusses the importance of regional and local planning as it relates to maintaining and investing in energy efficiency.

The Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance present the benefits of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) at the CDFA Ohio Financing Roundtable. PACE is a public-private clean energy program that works to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy...

This report by the Navigant Consortium provides a comprehensive annual assessment of the U.S. offshore wind market. The report focuses on new developments that have occurred in 2014. The report provides stakeholders with a data source addressing...

The 2014 mid-year update “Green Bonds Growing Green Infrastructure” focuses on the bond markets’ addition of green, impact and ESG (environmental, social, governance) targeted bond issues.

Offered by the Missouri Department of Economic Development Division of Energy, the Energy Loan Program provides loan financing to eligible recipients for energy-saving investments to reduce energy use and cost.

University of California, Santa Barbara focuses on a solution best suited for HUD’s diverse portfolio located in clustered communities as part of the 2014 Better Buildings Case Competition. Key program details, a spatial distribution analysis of HUD...

This proposal is prepared by Stanford University for the Department of Energy 2014 Better Buildings Case Competition recommends the implementation of the Multifamily Affordable Distributed Energy (MADE) program to increase adoption of distributed...

Noesis Energy goes over some of the most common misconceptions developers have about financing energy-efficiency projects. The main parameters that guide the availability of financing options are the location and size of the project.

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 case study, published by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh, summarizes the redevelopment of the Pittsburgh Opera, including its financing package, energy-saving strategies and results.

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 presentation from the U.S. Department of Energy gives an overview of the Loan Programs Office (LPO), LPO projects, and programs ran by LPO.

Doug Lamb with McGuireWoods gave this presentation at the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority 2013 Bond Summit in Charleston, outlining the planning process, deal structuring, market trends and incentives for financing clean energy...

The purpose of this issue brief from the Natural Resources Defense Council is to describe key benefits and challenges to consider when exploring an on-bill program.

This Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) discusses potential benefits, costs, and economic impacts of the proposed Emission Guidelines for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units and also from...

An overview of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposed a commonsense plan to cut carbon pollution from power plants.

The U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) loans support the development of advanced technology vehicles (ATV) and associated components in the United States. As of July 2014, the program has made over $8B in...

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...

The annual Bonds and Climate Change report aims to estimate the size of the existing universe of bonds whose proceeds are used primarily for financing the transition to a low carbon and climate resilient economy. Included is a thorough analysis of...

This report by the Sierra Club looked at how energy access can be delivered more cost-effectively to the people around the world. The report states that increasing the use of energy efficiency measures can bring down the cost of energy, allowing it...

A Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory technical report provides an overview of the fundamentals of energy efficiency (EE) financing program planning and design, and provides tools for deciding the objectives and mechanics of EE initiatives.

In this report, the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance examine the barriers and drivers of successful efficiency programs, deliberate upon what financing roles are most appropriate for SEEA involvement going forward, and make recommendations about...

This report from the Climate Bonds Initiative is an in depth analysis of the climate bonds market's size. It outlines some investments related to climate change, the key investments themes & regional markets, and identifies three key ways to...

GTM Research along with Solar Energy Industries Association identifies and analyzes trends in U.S. solar demand, manufacturing, pricing by state & market segment, and forecast demand over the next five years.

This paper by International Finance Corporation and Kellogg School of Management discusses possible innovation and credit enhancements that could expand green capital markets. It is the first in a discussion paper series and will be of particular...

RBC Capital Markets provides a report on green bonds. Included in the report is an overview of green bonds, what the current market looks like globally, and the growth opportunity for green bonds in North America.

This presentation from the Coalition for Green Capital consists of examples & current status of green banks, establishing & developing a state’s green bank, and how green banks accelerate energy efficiency adoption.

This presentation from Yale University’s Blueprint for Efficiency webinar series includes, what is on-bill financing and the benefits of it, plus key program design considerations.

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.