Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Maximizing loan volume and leveraging private capital. Use program funding to develop RLFs that feature credit enhancements based in public-private partnerships such as loan loss reserves and complement existing programs. 2. Accelerating and maximizing energy savings. Conduct energy audits to verify savings projections of retrofit/installation of energy efficient and/or renewable energy equipment installed in residential and commercial projects financed by the loans/grants. Provide technical assistance as needed. 3. Creating good paying jobs and supporting the Justice40 Initiative*. Serve disadvantaged populations, including but not solely, households with higher-thanaverage energy burden, as well as small businesses. *The Justice40 Initiative establishes a goal that 40% of the overall benefits flow to disadvantaged communities.
