Climate and Energy

Let’s invest in a healthier planet and a cleaner climate.

Heavy reliance on fossil fuels is contributing significantly to carbon emissions and climate change. The United States still depends on non-renewable resources like coal and oil for more than 90% of its energy needs. Continuing our dependence on resource extraction isn’t just harmful for people and planet; it’s unsustainable, as those sources will eventually run out.

But another climate future is possible.

RSF finances social enterprises that prioritize long-term regeneration over resource extraction. These businesses and nonprofits provide renewable energy, sustainable building materials, environmental education, and more. They advance sustainability, support a healthy environment, and promote long-term ecological health. ​

Through these investments, RSF aims to reduce emissions, mitigate climate change, improve climate resilience in vulnerable communities, advance the long-term sustainability of natural resources, and help people live happier, healthier lives. Together, we can make sure that people and planet have the resources they need to thrive for generations.

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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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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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

AI and impact investing: A powerful partnership or risky bet?

Will more analytically informed climate investments help mitigate climate change? Can AI tools create perfectly tailored impact portfolios? Will values-driven clients leave their advisers for bots?

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.