CCEF

We're a nonprofit investment fund filling finance gaps in clean energy & pollution-reduction projects

Collective Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) is a mission-based impact investment fund that aims to mitigate climate change, advance environmental and economic justice, and create healthier and more resilient communities by expanding access to capital to underserved projects and communities. CCEF was born out of a three-year collaboration among the Colorado Energy Office (CEO), the Department of Energy (DO

E) and the Coalition for Green Capital (CGC). This collaboration aligned to create CCEF with a shared belief that a specialized, nonprofit intermediary was necessary to identify barriers to financing clean energy projects, bridge the gap between clean energy projects and traditional capital providers, and to drive demand for these solutions by performing market engagement and development activities.

09/01/2026

Have you heard of Agrivoltaics?
Agrivoltaics is the cooperation of solar panels with agricultural practices, allowing the land to serve a dual purpose.

Pairing clean energy infrastructure with land stewardship, we see how agrivoltaics offers a proven path toward a resilient food-energy system proving that sustainability and economic viability can go hand in hand.

Read the full blog post here: https://zurl.co/8pLoP

08/31/2026

Attention all contractors! Interested in learning more about dual-fuel systems?

BEL-CO Presents: Heat Pump/Furnace Dual Fuel Systems [Free Webinar]
Sign up today and learn more about:
🟢 Selecting dual fuel systems for Colorado's varied climates and elevations
🟡 Key installation procedures
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🟠 Outdoor changeover temps, and more!

Sign up here https://zurl.co/EcQB5
September 3, 2026 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM MDT

08/25/2026

Big News! We’re thrilled to introduce the ClearPath On-Bill Program, available to eligible residential Xcel Energy customers powered by CCEF! Homeowners can install various home upgrades from smart thermostats to heat pumps with no credit check required. 🏠⚡

How does it work? Work with a CCEF-authorized contractor to install an eligible energy upgrade and simply repay the cost over time through an additional line item on your monthly utility bill. Because eligibility is based on your utility payment history rather than a traditional credit score, more homeowners can access these home improvements. Read more in our latest blog post here: https://zurl.co/SvNKY

We’re proud to administer this program to help more eligible Colorado homeowners access energy-efficiency upgrades.

👉 Visit https://zurl.co/D0CO2 to view program details. Are you a contractor looking to get authorized? Start your application today: https://zurl.co/Sl8bC

08/17/2026

Colorado residents will be able to apply for help to pay for electric bicycles again. The program, which first launched in 2023, will reopen just one week from today on Aug. 24.

But The application window is just one week, so act fast if you’re interested!

Future rebate release dates will happen in August, October, January, and March. Check out details about the program and find out if you’re eligible here: https://zurl.co/Lrnmj

08/10/2026

Headlines are filling your feed of record breaking heat, energy costs are projected to rise nearly 9% this summer, and proactive energy management is becoming a financial necessity for Colorado households.

We refreshed our summer readiness blog with the latest information on cooling efficiency and drought-resilient energy habits.
Check out our 5 Tips to Beat the Heat: 🔗 https://zurl.co/IE3Ux

07/31/2026

Looking for a single home upgrade that packs the biggest punch for the planet? Look no further than the heat pump!

America highlights how drastically heat pumps reduce both localized air pollution and global climate emissions compared to legacy fossil-fuel systems. By using electricity to transfer heat rather than burning gas to create it, they act as a super-efficient tool for your home's climate.
+ Check out the environmental benefits of heat pumps in their article here: https://zurl.co/b80Ci

Through programs like our On-Bill Repayment, CCEF is making these high-efficiency heating and cooling upgrades accessible with zero upfront costs. Protecting our atmosphere starts right at home.
Learn more about our On-Bill Repayment programs at https://zurl.co/kA5kS

07/23/2026

How do you build a net-zero facility at 8,200+ feet in the Rocky Mountains?

The new Wild Bear Nature Center in Nederland, Colorado is setting a global standard for high-altitude eco-engineering:

⚡ Passive Cooling & ERVs: Four Energy Recovery Ventilators flush cold night air to cool thermal concrete slabs naturally.
⚡ 50 kW Solar Array
⚡ High-Performance Shell: Built straight into natural mountain rock with double-wall assembly to maximize thermal retention.
⚡ Wildlife-First Tech: Custom infrared dot glass alerts birds to windows, preventing collisions.

Projects like this prove that local vision combined with mission-driven green bank financing can build a cleaner, more resilient future for our communities. CCEF is thrilled to have partnered with Wild Bear on a low-interest loan to make part of this milestone possible.

🎥 Press play for a 60-second walk-through, and read the complete partner spotlight here: https://zurl.co/AXNXS

07/22/2026

🎉Exciting news 🎉

Through a mission-aligned investment, The Denver Foundation is putting its capital to work locally to help CCEF expand its residential ClearPath On-Bill repayment program. This funding will directly support over 30 ClearPath On-Bill projects, breaking down financial barriers and ensuring that low- and middle-income individuals can access essential, cost-saving clean energy improvements for their homes. 🏡💚

📣 Read the full announcement: https://zurl.co/spNha

07/21/2026

2025 was a powerhouse year for clean energy deployment across Colorado! ⚡

We are proud to share that the Collective Clean Energy Fund funded 568 clean energy projects in 2025 alone, generating an incredible 3.5 MegaWatts of localized, clean power.

From home energy upgrades to commercial retrofits, every single project bridges a crucial financing gap—helping communities lower utility costs while building a more sustainable future. Thank you to our partners, contractors, and borrowers who made this impact possible!

👉 Explore our mission and programs at https://zurl.co/WDFu2

07/16/2026

Climate equity means making sure advanced home upgrades are accessible to everyone.
In Q1 2026, our Electrify and Save On-Bill Repayment (OBR) program, in partnership with -State Generation and Transmission Association, did exactly that:

⭐ 9 projects successfully funded
⭐ $191,171.84 in clean energy capital deployed
⭐ 89% of projects completed in low-income or disadvantaged communities

Through OBR, residents and business owners can install critical upgrades like air-source heat pumps or advanced insulation with no upfront cost, slowly paying it back via a voluntary line item on their monthly utility bill. It’s an immediate win for indoor air quality, monthly savings, and home comfort.

👉 View participating utilities and program details: https://zurl.co/HHqOn

Address

P. O. Box 1304
Ridgway, CO
81432

Website

https://cocleanenergyfund.com/

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