Climate and Energy

Our planet offers enough for everyone.

That’s why we invest in enterprises that prioritize long-term regeneration over resource extraction. These businesses and nonprofits provide us with renewable energy, sustainable building materials, environmental education, and more. They advance sustainability, prioritize the environment, and support long-term ecological health.  

 

Our Impact

8

climate and energy enterprises funded in 2023

>$19.5MM

loaned in 2023

16%

of RSF’s portfolio in 2023

RSF Social Finance invests $5 million in Sunwealth

This loan will help Sunwealth increase access to renewable energy, create meaningful energy savings, and spur green jobs.

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Geos Institute gives communities the tools to weather climate change

RSF’s loan to this Oregon-based nonprofit helped it promote climate resilience in low-income communities of color.

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I am a community solar lender. Here’s what I’m looking for.

RSF’s VP of Lending Michael Jones shares a few tips for small and medium-sized solar providers seeking financing.

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Invest in sustainability

 

By purchasing an RSF Social Investment Fund note, you’ll expand access to renewable energy, sustainable construction materials, environmental education, and more.

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Apply for a loan

 

RSF offers term loans to support new renewable energy installations, working capital to help your enterprise meet its sustainability goals, and custom financial products to respond to needs as they arise.  

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Latest news

ImpactAssets Recognizes RSF as an Emeritus Impact Manager in their 2025 IA 50, the Definitive Guide to Impact Investing Fund Managers

We’re excited to announce that we’ve been selected to the ImpactAssets 50 2025 as an Emeritus Impact Manager! This award recognizes impact fund managers who have achieved IA 50 recognition for at least 5 years and consistently demonstrate a commitment to generating positive impact.

RSF invests $11.75 million into social enterprises

Financing from RSF gives social enterprises the capital they need to scale, innovate, and deepen their impact. This latest round of financing is supporting investments in childcare, wellness, and workforce development.

What Is Impact Investing?

What is impact investing, exactly? How is it different than traditional investing or philanthropy? And what does it look like in practice? Let’s answer some of these common questions about impact investing together!