Indiana Energy Independence Fund

Attention Hoosier Sustainability Leaders!   ⏰ Deadline Extended! ⏰ The Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network (SCAN) 2024 application deadline has been extended to Wednesday, November 20 at 5:00 PM ET! SCAN is a national peer-learning program that helps local teams of two implement sustainability policies or actions. As a participant, you'll have the opportunity to build your network by collaborating with leaders from across the country, learn from national experts and explore new sustainability models, act on your community’s priorities by turning plans into action with support from facilitators and peers, and lead by sharing your expertise and gaining recognition for your work.   To learn more about SCAN, visit: https://lnkd.in/eKnjKCFF To apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/gtsVt8kZ

Attention local governments, nonprofits, and other tax-exempt entities!   The IRS has recently announced an automatic 6-month extension to the deadline to file a Form 990-T, Tax Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return, to take advantage of the direct pay (otherwise known as elective pay) provisions under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).   This means that any eligible tax-exempt entity that was required to but did not file for an extension on Form 8868 (or filed too late) has been granted a 6-month extension to file for direct payments of eligible IRA clean energy tax credits for projects placed into service in 2023. The announcement also notes that the IRS has temporarily waived the requirement that Form 990-T be filed electronically; eligible entities can now file on paper as well.   To read the announcement, visit: https://lnkd.in/eJwTvFrD For more information on the IRA direct pay provisions, see: https://lnkd.in/gEbcwmwj"

🚨 Hoosier Contractors! 🚨 Get ready for our next round of webinars!   Low monthly payment financing is available for businesses, multifamily units, nonprofits, and government properties through the Indiana Energy Independence Fund and the National Energy Improvement Fund—with rates as low as 5.99%!   Join our webinars to learn more: 🗓 Session 1: Oct 29, 12:00pm ET 🗓 Session 2: Oct 30, 8:00am ET Register here: https://lnkd.in/g9SwkHYx   Learn about financing for qualifying clean energy improvements at energyindependencefund.org.

Attention local governments and nonprofits! There’s still time to sign up for the October 25th webinar to learn more about how the Inflation Reduction Act’s elective pay provisions can benefit tax-exempt entities. Hear from panelists from the U.S. Treasury Department, Center for Public Enterprise, and IEIF's own Executive Director, Alex Crowley. 📅 Date: October 25, 2024 🕒 Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/gaevPrdh

Hoosier Nonprofits! So many grants, so little time...! If you have an energy efficiency plan, please be sure to check out the BUILT Nonprofits grant from the Department of Energy. The deadline is November 12. BUILT Nonprofits will provide awards of up to $100,000 to eligible nonprofits for energy efficiency equipment designed to decrease energy consumption. https://lnkd.in/e2FeVred

Good afternoon, Hoosiers! Join IEIF’s Executive Director, Alex Crowley, on October 25th to explore how the Inflation Reduction Act’s elective pay provisions can benefit tax-exempt entities like local governments and nonprofits. Learn about: • Basics of Elective Pay from the U.S. Department of Treasury • Financing tips from the Center for Public Enterprise • Unique opportunities in Indiana from IEIF 📅 Date: October 25, 2024 🕒 Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaevPrdh

The Indiana Energy Independence Fund was proud to join fellow green banks to announce the launch of the US Green Bank 50 at Climate Week NYC 2024 on Monday. The GB50 is a new organization bringing together green banks across the nation to lead a historic wave of clean energy and climate investment in American communities. Hoosiers will benefit by being able to leverage best-in-class clean energy financing solutions from across the country, thereby making their homes more comfortable and buildings less wasteful, resulting in energy savings that lower energy bills. Photo Credit:  Lamar Johnson/ESG Dive

Good morning, Hoosiers! In honor of the upcoming National Drive Electric Week, we wanted to highlight several events being hosted across the state. ⚡🚗 Here’s what’s coming up: • 𝗘𝗩𝘀 𝟰 𝗘𝗩𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲           Evansville, IN           September 28; 12:00pm - 4:00pm           RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gevvegFy • 𝗚𝗢𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗡: 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦           Portage, IN           October 3rd; 10:00am - 1:00pm            RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gyw-n3SM • 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗘𝗩 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲           Indianapolis, IN           October 5th; 12:00pm - 5:00pm            RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gFTy6in7 These events are great opportunities to explore the latest technology, test drive electric vehicles, and learn about EV incentives. We hope to see you there!

💡We are pleased to announce the Indiana Energy Independence Fund's membership in a new coalition of green banks from across the country!💡 The U.S. Green Bank 50 (GB50), officially launched today at Climate Week NYC, was developed in recognition of the crucial role green banks play in facilitating the adoption of accessible clean energy, creating jobs, and supporting local economic growth. GB50 will function as a hub for green banks around the nation, serving to advance the development of best practices, resources, and financial tools. IEIF looks forward to collaborating with and learning from members of the coalition to best serve Hoosier residents, businesses, and nonprofits. To find out more about GB50, visit https://lnkd.in/geu8DpW7

Attention Hoosiers! 💡Missed Our Commercial Financing Kickoff Webinar?💡 No worries! If you weren't able to attend our webinar last week, you’re in luck—the full recording is now available to watch online. Feel free to share with any commercial contractors in your network! 🖥️ Watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/gECZDYTN