Environmentally Focused Financing
There are a variety of environmentally focused financing programs available for local business owners.
These programs can help your business become more sustainable and save you money down the line!
🔋 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program
This program through the United States Department of Agriculture - Rural Development provides loans to finance energy efficiency and conservation projects for commercial, industrial, and residential consumers.
♻️ Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ)
This program from CalRecycle combines recycling with economic development to fuel new businesses, expand existing ones, create jobs, and divert waste from landfills.
🌎 Sonoma County Energy Independence Program (SCIEP)
The County of Sonoma offers property-assessed clean energy (PACE) financing for permanent energy, water, wildfire safety, and seismic strengthening improvements through the property tax system. Financing is available for residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, multifamily, and certain non-profits.