Funding Efficiency Improvements, Part 1

There are lots of ways to pay for energy efficiency improvements. You should know not only the various methods of funding, but also how each of these methods affects your prospects so you can help them decide on the most appropriate one for their situation. When doing so, be sure to provide useful info; however, also be sure to disclaim responsibility for giving legal or tax advice. That should be provided by the appropriate legal or accounting professional. 

I’ve taken the liberty of breaking these funding methods down into six general categories and filling in my best impression as to what generally happens in each situation. Of course, any specific circumstance may vary greatly...