Clean Energy Lending

Explore our Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Execution Roadmap to see how we plan to offer low-cost capital for clean energy initiatives.

Democratizing the Clean Energy Transition

Equitable access to capital is essential for a successful and inclusive energy transition. To that end, we are partnering with national and regional organizations to create innovative financing solutions tailored to the needs of small business owners, affordable housing developers, community-based organizations, and renewable energy contractors. 

Accessible Lending for Renewable Energy Construction

CFE can offer low-cost capital because we participate in the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Through this federal effort, we can empower low—and middle-income communities to lead the nation’s energy transition. CFE will provide below-market loans and other types of assistance for renewable energy projects. We can also support projects focused on energy efficiency, including insulating windows or even new HVAC systems for commercial and affordable housing properties. 

CFE is also partnering with the District of Columbia’s new Solar for All initiative, which will expand access to solar energy infrastructure in the District. This program will accelerate solar infrastructure adoption right here in our own backyard.  

Join Us in Closing the Affordability Gap and Decarbonizing Communities

CFE invites you to partner with us in creating a greener, more equitable future. We offer financing for a wide range of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, including: 

  • Energy retrofits for small businesses, multifamily affordable housing, and community facilities 
  • Solar installations for small businesses, affordable housing, and nonprofits 
  • Community solar projects to increase access to renewable energy 
  • Electric vehicle charging stations to support sustainable transportation 
  • Stormwater management, waste solutions, and community food systems to enhance resilience 

Partner with CFE to make a tangible impact in your community. Together, we can unlock the green potential and ensure enhanced equity for all.

Our Partners in Climate Justice

   

     

   

 

This Is CFE: Energy Savings

A Takoma Park, Maryland building with 232 apartment units — the majority of which are considered affordable housing — needed a loan to be able to make green energy improvements while they waited to receive their sizable Pepco energy efficiency incentive funds. CFE assessed risk, balanced it with community impact and moved forward with the loan. The condo association is now saving $75,000 a year on energy costs and reducing carbon emissions by 500 metric tons, the equivalent of 109 passenger vehicles. Plus, it was relatively low-risk for CFE, paid in full within mere months. This is what is meant by social impact.