Energy Efficient Lending at CEE

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with nearly 40 years' experience in energy efficiency. ​As part of their commitment to efficiency, they offer solar loans to borrowers statewide. In this presentation to MRES on May 21st, 2026, DeShaun James, Senior Loan Officer and Nate Phelps, Program Manager share more about CEE, their lending philosophy, available loans, partnerships that make their programs possible, and more.