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Direct Loan, Grant, and Rebate Programs

MCLI Recommendation: “Congress and federal agencies could adopt a lending program similar to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program that is directed at rural renewable energy projects.”

LPDD Recommendation: “Congress and federal agencies should consider adopting loan programs similar to the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program that are aimed at the development of more efficient renewable energy production.”

LPDD Recommendation: “HUD should maintain the PowerSaver Loan Program and consider expanding it to commercial spaces to increase its impact.”

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Example States and State Governments

Colorado Legislation for E-Bike, Diesel Truck Replacement, Electric School Buses, and Clean Air Grants

In June 2022, the Colorado legislature passed SB193, establishing grant programs for replacing diesel trucks ($15M), purchasing electric school buses ($65M), the purchase of E-Bikes ($12M), and a gene...
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California’s Climate Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund

In June 2020, California passed AB78 to establish the Climate Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund to provide low-cost, low-interest finance to support eligible low carbon technology and infrastructure projec...
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USDA Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program

The USDA’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program provides direct loans to finance energy efficiency and conservation projects for commercial, industrial, and residential consumers in rural a...
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USDA Environmental Quality Incentives Program

USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program provides agricultural producers with direct financing to pay for energy efficiency improvements.
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FHA PowerSaver Loan Program

The FHA’s PowerSaver Loan Program is a pilot mortgage insurance/ home improvement loan program from the Federal Housing Administration that enables homeowners to finance cost-effective, energy-saving ...
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Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program

The Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) direct loan program was established in Section 136 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to support the production of fuel-efficient...
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AFFORD Tool

The AFFORD tool (America’s Federal Funding Opportunities and Resources for Decarbonization) helps state, local, non-profit, and community organizations identify eligible funding, tax credits, and othe...
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California’s Self-Generation Incentive Program

Under California’s Self-Generation Incentive Program, electricity customers are awarded up to $5 million per project for generating electricity behind the meter using qualifying new or emerging distri...