Lizeth GeorgeInclusiv recently launched its Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) green lending grant program, offering a groundbreaking opportunity for credit unions to provide affordable green loans to low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDACs).
Credit unions can now take the first step by completing Inclusiv’s CCIA Pre-Qualification Form. This initial application process is open until Wednesday, December 18, at 5:00 p.m. ET. If your credit union is unable to meet the December 18, deadline, additional pre-qualification rounds will be available. However, acting early ensures your institution can access these transformative resources as soon as possible.
This $1.87 billion initiative, supported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is designed to empower credit unions and cooperatives to drive environmental and economic change by making green financing accessible to those who need it most.
Participating in the CCIA program enables credit unions to:
- Support environmental sustainability in their communities.
- Provide affordable financing for energy-efficient improvements, renewable energy projects, and other green initiatives.
- Strengthen financial inclusion by serving LIDACs.
This program underscores the vital role credit unions play in fostering economic opportunity and environmental stewardship.
Complete the pre-qualification form and take the first step toward offering green lending solutions in your community. For full details and to access the program workplan, click here.
