Commercial Energy Loan Program

Last updated: August 28, 2018

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:State
Category:Financial Incentive
State:Vermont
Incentive Type:Loan Program
Web Site:http://www.veda.org/financing-options/vermont-commercial-financing/commercial-energy-loan-program/
Administrator:Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA)
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:Geothermal Electric, Solar Thermal Electric, Solar Photovoltaics, Wind (All), Biomass, Hydroelectric, Combined Heat & Power, Landfill Gas, Geothermal Direct-Use, Anaerobic Digestion, Fuel Cells using Renewable Fuels
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:Equipment Insulation, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Chillers, Furnaces, Boilers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Heat recovery, Steam-system upgrades, Compressed air, Programmable Thermostats, Caulking/Weather-stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Windows, Doors, Siding, Roofs, Reflective Roofs, LED Lighting

Authorities

Name:10 V.S.A. § 280cc to § 280dd

Summary

The Commercial Energy Loan Program (CELP), created by Act 87 in 2013, is administered by the Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA). The CELP provides loans to businesses for larger renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

The maximum loan amount is $2,000,000, and VEDA may fund up to 60% of the project. Loans are provided at variable rates, which are adjusted on a quarterly basis; current rates can be found here. Loan terms are determined on a case-by-case basis, with a maximum loan term of 20 years.

Fees associated with CELP loans include (1) a 1% commitment fee ($1,000 minimum and $3,500 maximum), (2) an Independent Engineer Review fee, (3) a $50 credit report fee, (4) an $18 flood insurance certification (if required), (5) an appraisal reimbursement (if applicable), and (6) document recording and discharge fees. There is no application fee for this loan.

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