PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) FINANCING

The property assessed clean energy (PACE) model is an innovative mechanism for financing energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements on private property. PACE programs exist for both residential and commercial properties.

PACE ADVANTAGES

  • Allows for secure financing of comprehensive projects over a longer term, making more projects cash flow positive.

 

  • Spreads repayment over many years, seldom requires an upfront payment, and removes the requirement that the debt be paid at sale or refinance.

 

  • Can lead to low interest rates because of the high security of loan repayments attached to the property tax bill.
  • Helps some property owners deduct payments from their income tax liability.

 

  • Allows municipalities to encourage energy efficiency and renewable energy without putting general funds at risk.

 

  • Taps into large sources of private capital and increases the value of your asset