Blog Updated: April 2026
Solar offers a significant economic benefit for commercial property owners while also positively impacting the environment and offering a path to compliance for new municipal requirements like Energize Denver. Namaste Solar is well versed in commercial solar financing and lending options to help more businesses access the value of solar. In particular, we are educated and experienced with the Collective Clean Energy Fund and Colorado C-PACE financing options.
When providing you with a free commercial solar analysis, our team will outline the best way to achieve financial success for your project.
The Collective Clean Energy Fund
The Collective Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) is a nonprofit investment fund offering loan products that support access to clean energy and energy efficiency improvements for individuals and businesses in Colorado. The financing options they offer for commercial properties include the Energy Improvement Loan and the Bridge to Incentive Loan. Taking advantage of these products will enable you to improve your building’s efficiency, reduce utility expenses, and keep up with market demand for more green buildings.
Energy Improvement Loan
CCEF’s Energy Improvement Loan is designed to fill financing gaps for organizations implementing renewable energy projects. Businesses and tax-exempt organizations can leverage up to $1,000,000 with fixed rates and terms up to 15 years.
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Bridge to Incentive Loan
The Bridge to Incentive Loan covers any out-of-pocket expenses that may be required while an owner awaits grant funding, the tax credit, or any gap on timing from other funding sources.
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Colorado C PACE Program
The Colorado C-PACE program helps building owners complete energy efficiency and renewable energy improvement projects with terms up to 25 years, which aligns well with the life of a solar PV system. This private form of non-recourse financing is tied to the property via a special tax assessment facilitated by the county, so it transfers to the next owner if the property is sold. Because the debt is repaid on property taxes, this financing vehicle is particularly advantageous for NNN leases whereby the tenant uses a portion of their utility savings from solar to pay the CPACE note.
Commercial Solar is a Big Investment, But Not an Overwhelming One
Overall, you have quite a few options to finance your commercial solar project. Solar is a big investment, but it doesn’t need to be an overwhelming one. It’s simply a way to earn a return, make a positive environmental impact, and differentiate your business just by taking advantage of your unused rooftop!
Our non-commissioned solar developers are here to answer your questions and provide you with a detailed analysis of what solar can do for your bottom line. We have a no-pressure approach; reach out to start a conversation by calling us at 303-536-8920 or by clicking the button below.
