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Federal energy projects require funding to generate results. Carefully matching available financing mechanisms with specific project needs can make the difference between a stalled, unfunded project and a successful project generating energy and cost savings.

FEMP supports Federal agencies in identifying, obtaining, and implementing alternative financing to fund energy projects. These alternative financing mechanisms include:

Federal agencies can take advantage of these alternative financing mechanisms, choosing the best fit for their project needs. That often means a combination of financing mechanisms and agency appropriations.

The FEMP Alternative Financing Quick Guide (PDF 697 KB) provides an overview of alternative financing options and strategies available to Federal agencies. Download Acrobat Reader.