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Revolving Loan Funds

Description

Toolkit providing access to information and resources about evolving loan funds, which are an internal capital pool that is dedicated to funding energy reduction or onsite generation projects that generate cost savings. A portion of those savings are then used to replenish the fund (i.e. revolved) allowing for reinvestment in future projects of similar value.

Questions this resource can help answer

What is a revolving loan fund and how can it be used to finance energy efficiency or conservation projects?

How do I use this resource?

Web based toolkit that provides a list of links to resources related to revolving loan funds. The listed resources include implementation models, case studies, guidance, presentations, and reports.

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