Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund

Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund is sponsored by West Virginia Office of Energy. A fund supporting energy efficiency upgrades for West Virginia businesses and nonprofits, offering loans with terms up to 24 months.

Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund - West Virginia Office of Energy Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Financing energy efficiency upgrades for West Virginia businesses and nonprofits. The Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund (EERLF) helps eligible West Virginia organizations invest in energy-saving building upgrades that reduce operating costs, improve comfort, and strengthen long-term building performance.

Program Status – In Development EERLF Program Overview & Pre-Application Davis-Bacon Act Guidelines Build America Buy America Guidelines The WVOE has been awarded $5. 7 million through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Capitalization Grant Program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

This funding allows West Virginia to establish a self-sustaining revolving loan fund that supports energy efficiency improvements in commercial buildings. As loans are repaid, funds are reinvested to finance additional projects, expanding long-term impact statewide.

This program prioritizes expanding access to capital for: Institutions serving local communities To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: Own or operate a commercial (non-residential) building Have 500 employees or fewer Conduct the majority of business activity in West Virginia Eligible public or local government entity. Eligibility is based on the building type and use, not solely the organization type.

Projects must be supported by a qualifying energy audit and demonstrate life-cycle cost effectiveness.

Eligible measures include, but are not limited to: HVAC upgrades or replacements Building envelope improvements (insulation, windows, doors) Geothermal heating systems Energy-efficient lighting and controls Energy management and control systems Note: Solar or photovoltaic systems are only eligible if paired with energy storage or designed to operate during grid outages.

Projects must improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, or indoor air quality; and reduce energy intensity or better manage peak energy demand. A qualifying energy audit is required before a project can advance to full underwriting.

Audits must be completed using DOE-approved tools or software Financing is available for energy audits Applicants may submit a pre-application before completing an audit Applicants without an existing audit will receive guidance on completing this requirement during the review process. The EERLF pre-application is the first step in determining eligibility and project readiness.

Submit a Pre-Application – Complete and submit the EERLF Pre-Application form. Please include basic organizational, project, and budget information. Eligibility Review – The WVOE reviews submissions for program eligibility and project fit.

Preliminary Determination – Applicants are notified whether they may proceed or if additional information is needed. Energy Audit (if required) – Applicants complete a qualifying energy audit prior to underwriting. Referral to Lending Partner – Eligible applicants complete a full financial application through WVOE’s lending partner.

Final loan approval is based on underwriting, project viability, and completion of all program requirements. Download and complete the pre-application Email all materials as a single document to WVOEInfo@wv. gov with the subject line “EERLF Pre-Application” Mail completed materials to West Virginia Office of Energy 1900 Kanawha Blvd.

E. , Bldg 3 Ste 500 Reporting & Compliance Requirements Quarterly Performance Reports Compliance Reports (Davis-Bacon, BABA) For questions about eligibility or the application process, contact: WVOEInfo@wv. gov and include “EERLF” in the subject line.