Clean Energy Fund of the Carolinas

10/20/2026

Big news for North and South Carolina homeowners: CEFC just launched a new loan to help homeowners afford a FORTIFIED roof built to withstand the next big storm. Swipe to see why this loan matters more than ever and head to our website for the full story. https://cefcarolinas.org/fortified-roof-loan/

10/15/2026

Welcome to the Carolina SURE network, Blue Planet Plumbing and Air, Efficiency 1st, Clean Energy Systems and Dolan Designs HVAC! There are now more trusted local contractors helping homeowners across North and South Carolina make upgrades that lower their energy bills.

Learn more at carolinasure.org: https://cefcarolinas.org/carolina-sure/

10/07/2026

Happy ! Want a healthier home with lower energy bills? We asked an expert.

Melissa Malkin-Weber, Co-Executive Director at Clean Energy Fund of the Carolinas, shares her favorite resources about sealing out drafts, keeping your air fresh and get the most out of every energy dollar this winter.

Read the full post on our blog: https://bit.ly/4j4TAyV

By Melissa Malkin-Weber, Co-Executive Director, Clean Energy Fund of the Carolinas Winter is coming. Gas prices are going up. Utilities are filing for rate hikes. It’s overwhelming. Let’s take a…

10/06/2026

Energy Efficiency Day is tomorrow, 10/7!

Check out whether you’re eligible to tap into rebates from Energy Saver North Carolina, that helps income-eligible North Carolinians cover energy efficiency and HVAC upgrades.

Do the rebates leave a gap? Carolina SURE can help finance the rest, with no minimum credit score required. Learn more at Carolina Sure: https://cefcarolinas.org/carolina-sure/

You can also visit EnergyFundsForAll.org for a listing of all other income-eligible programs for homeowners, renters and communities in North and South Carolina.

10/05/2026

In celebration of Energy Efficiency Day on 10/7, we're sharing simple tips to help Carolina homeowners save energy and lower their bills.

This might surprise you: heating and cooling account for about half of the energy used in the average U.S. home. That makes your thermostat one of the easiest places to start saving.

ENERGY STAR-certified smart thermostats save people an average of 8% on heating and cooling bills. A few tips to get the most out of yours:

✔ Adjust your setting by two or three degrees while you're asleep or away – colder in winter or warmer in summer.

✔ Double-check the settings after installation, since the wrong settings can cancel out your savings

✔ Ask your utility about rebates on ENERGY STAR-certified models

If your heating and cooling system is working overtime, a high-efficiency upgrade can make an even bigger difference. With Carolina SURE, homeowners across North and South Carolina can finance new HVAC systems, insulation and more. There's no minimum credit score, and applying won't affect your credit score. North Carolina homeowners may also qualify for Energy Saver NC rebates, and Carolina SURE can help cover the rest.

Want to learn more? Download our Smart Thermostat guide for tips, rebates and programs that can help you save: https://bit.ly/4APC8ok

10/01/2026

Welcome to the Carolina SURE network, A #1 Heating and Air!

Founded by Earnest Thompson Jr., A #1 is a family-owned HVAC business serving the Spartanburg community. They believe in doing what's right, not what's most expensive. That means checking your system carefully before recommending a replacement, so customers save money wherever they can.

That approach fits right in with Carolina SURE. Homeowners in the Spartanburg area can now finance energy-saving heating and cooling upgrades with A #1, making a more comfortable home and lower energy bills easier to reach.

Learn more at https://cefcarolinas.org/carolina-sure/

09/17/2026

Our Carolina SURE consumer loan program is helping more and more Carolinians make energy-efficient home upgrades that save them money while advancing the Carolina clean energy economy. Even better, local contractors benefit too, gaining access to more projects at no cost to them, helping their businesses grow.

Sounds too good to be true? Read our latest Homeowner Story to see for yourself. https://bit.ly/3VjKzIe

Suzanne's experience is a snapshot of what CEFC's lending programs are built to do: pair homeowners with trusted local contractors and remove the financial barriers standing between outdated home equipment and efficient upgrades.

Thinking about a home project of your own? Explore CEFC's loan programs or find a trusted contractor in our network to get started. https://cefcarolinas.org/carolina-sure/

08/27/2026

Our solar network keeps growing. ☀️

From large, multi-state installers to local B Corps, we're excited to have these experienced solar companies in the Carolina SURE network.

Planning your next solar project? Choose a Carolina SURE-approved contractor and connect with a trusted professional for your home or business.

Visit the Carolina SURE network page to find a contractor in your area: https://cefcarolinas.org/contractornetwork

08/19/2026

When we discovered that CEFC Board Member Bridget H.'s grandmother, Louise McCarron Herring, helped found the credit union movement in the U.S., her role as one of our founding board members made even more sense!

We recently sat down with Bridget for our first Board Spotlight Q&A and she shared her take on equitable lending, the connectivity between preparedness and disaster relief, CEFC's superpower, and where she sees our organization going next.

Read it here: https://cefcarolinas.org/2026/07/board-member-spotlight-bridget-herring-on-cefcs-ability-to-meet-the-moment/

08/10/2026

As our summer internship program winds down, we are closing out our spotlight series with Aiyana. Aiyana has been on the ground identifying energy-efficiency and HVAC contractors in South Carolina, helping connect underserved communities with the resources they need to lower their energy bills.

Off the clock, she loves staying active and bouncing between the gym, yoga, journaling, and video games ... we love the range! Thank you for everything you've done to help our programs grow in SC this summer, Aiyana!