Solar Energy Loans | North Avenue Capital

Solar Energy Loans

FROM NORTH AVENUE CAPITAL

Finance up to 80% of

Eligible Project Costs

$2 MM - $25 MM

Loan Amounts

USDA-Backed

Loan Program

Renewable energy has the power to decrease
dependency on foreign oil and reduce the world’s
carbon footprint by tapping into a resource
unhindered by production snafus or political
peril: the sun. But harnessing the power of the
sun is no smaller matter. The investment required
to begin solar energy generation is the #1 hurdle
for many. Moreover, the amount of land required
to establish solar resources of scale is sizable,
dictating that its location is often rural.

Fortunately, a solar project’s rural location unlocks
a special financing opportunity from the USDA.
The government agency more commonly known
for its service to agriculture also backs a
government guaranteed lending program
specifically for rural energy projects – no
agricultural competent required. The
USDA-backed loans, which range from $2
million to $50 million, are facilitated with the
help of trusted lenders like North Avenue Capital.

The Soaring Efficiency of the Sun
According to historians, the power of the sun was first
transformed into electricity in 1893. As you might expect, the
early prototype’s efficiency left much to be desired. By the
mid-1950’s, the allure of solar picked up steam. 1995’s attempts at
harnessing the sun were 2% efficient and created power at the
steep cost of $1785 per watt. By 1960, efficiency had multiplied
seven-fold. Today, constructing a solar energy system costs roughly
$2.75 per watt, making renewable energy more efficient and
cost-effective than ever before. And for those who qualify for
competitive financing from the USDA, getting started has never
been easier.
 
FAQs
 
1. What is solar energy financing?
Solar financing from NAC harnesses a government guaranteed
lending program called USDA REAP. The competitive financing
offers funding for projects that traditional banks often decline.
 
2. Who can apply for solar energy loans?
Agricultural producers or small businesses with no outstanding
delinquent federal taxes, debt, judgment or debarment.
 
3. How can solar energy loans be used?
USDA REAP loans can be used to purchase renewable energy
systems (like building a solar farm) or to make energy eficiency
improvements.
 

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The USDA’s Rural Energy for America program provides government-guaranteed loans and grants to
agricultural producers and rural small businesses to upgrade, replace, or construct energy-efficient systems.
Qualifying systems include renewable energy systems such as biomass, geothermal, hydropower, hydrogen,
wind generation, ocean generation, and solar, as well as energy efficient improvements like HVAC, insulation,
lighting, cooling, refrigeration, doors, windows, and more. As with the USDA’s other speciality lending
programs, partnering with a rural lending expert like NAC offers borrowers a significant advantage as they
navigate the unfamiliar application process

USDA Rural Energy for America Loans

RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS

Biomass

Geothermal

Hydropower

Hydrogen

Startups

Refinance

Refinance

ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS

HVAC

Insulation

Lighting

Cooling &
Refrigeration

Doors &
Windows

Pumps for
Sprinkler Pivots

Diesel to Electric
Irrigation Motor

ABOUT NAC

For expert advocacy in solar
financing, Look North.

The NAC team is comprised of savvy investors,
experienced bankers, and creative marketers. Each
brings a unique perspective to the table, empowering
NAC to view each loan from multiple angles. We
operate as a unified front, working in tandem to offer
our customers true partnership from engagement to
close. For a true partner in securing funding for a solar
energy project, Look North.

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Defining Rural:

97% of America

Our customers are often surprised to hear that we only lend to rural businesses — and even more surprised to discover they’ve actually been operating one. 97% of the geographic USA is considered rural. Find out if your address qualifies in 10 seconds.

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