35045 - Clean Energy Fund Loan 2026
Funding Opportunity Details

Clean Energy Fund

Final Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 4:00 PM

Description

• Funding Opportunity – Clean Energy Fund 2026

   

  Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis from January 1 to December 31. Open submissions are accepted until funds are expended.

  Award Announcement: Loan approval takes approximately 3 weeks after receipt of a completed application, followed by a loan closing process of up to 3 weeks.

  CDFA Contact: Scott Maslansky, Director of Clean Energy Finance / smaslansky@nhcdfa.org / 603-717-9123

   

  PRE-APPLICATION MEETING INFORMATION

  All Clean Energy Fund applications require a pre-application discussion with the applicant. Please contact Scott Maslansky, Director of Clean Energy Finance (smaslansky@nhcdfa.org / 603-717-9123) to schedule.

   

  ABOUT THE CLEAN ENERGY FUND

  The Clean Energy Fund resources are designed to help municipalities, non-profits and businesses in New Hampshire better control long-term energy costs by financing the implementation of energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy technologies when economically appropriate.

  All applications must be received by CDFA through its online grants management system (https://nhcdfagrants.org).

  The Clean Energy Fund also provides technical assistance to current and prospective applicants, including review of work scopes and energy audits, as well as assistance identifying other funding and financing resources.

   

  ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

  Eligible applicants for the Clean Energy Fund include New Hampshire nonprofits, municipalities and businesses implementing energy efficiency measures or renewable energy projects (biomass, thermal, solar, etc.).

  The Clean Energy Fund program prioritizes projects that meet the following criteria:

  · Projects result in 15% Minimum Energy Savings or in the production of Renewable Energy;

  · Energy Efficiency work requires a Level II Energy Audit (Single measure lighting projects may be excepted);

  · Estimated lifetime project savings must be greater than cost of project;

  · Term of loan may not exceed estimated useful life of project;

  · Consultation with appropriate utilities regarding incentives for EE projects is required.

  For additional information on eligibility, contact Scott Maslansky, Director of Clean Energy Finance (smaslansky@nhcdfa.org / 603-717-9123).

   

  ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR APPLICANTS

  The following resources are available to assist applicants:

  Application and Program Guide 

  How to Register for CDFA's Grant Management System

  Tips for Using CDFA's Grant Management System

   

  ABOUT THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY

  The Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) is a statewide nonprofit public authority focused on maximizing the value and impact of community development, economic development and clean energy initiatives throughout New Hampshire. The organization leverages a variety of financial and technical resources, including the competitive deployment of grant, loan and equity programs.

  To learn more about CDFA, its impact on New Hampshire communities, and available funding resources, visit www.nhcdfa.org or call 603-226-2170.