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Renewable Energy

The Florida Development Finance Corporation [FDFC] provides access to tax-exempt and taxable bond financing for eligible projects that promotes renewable energy as defined in FL Statute 288.9606 (7). 

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Renewable Energy Defined 

Florida Statute 288.9606 (7) defines renewable energy in s. 366.91 or s 377.803. 

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Eligible Borrowers

Tax-Exempt Bond Financing

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Taxable Bond Financing 

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The meaningful benefits of Tax-Exempt Bond Financing: 

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  • Lower Rates

    • Tax-exempt bonds generally offer lower interest rates because banks and investors are willing to accept a lower interest rate when they do not have to pay tax on the interest they receive on the bonds. 

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  • Longer Terms

    • The FDFC is able to offer terms up to 35 years. 

366.91 Renewable Energy: 

  • Biogas

  • Biomass

  • Customer-owned renewable generation

  • Net Metering

  • Renewable natural gas

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377.803 Renewable Energy ​Definition Includes: 

  • Geothermal energy

  • Wind energy

  • Ocean energy

  • Waste heat

  • Hydroelectric power

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Next Steps

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Connect with us

Our goal is to connect Florida Projects, here are immediate next steps to start the process: 

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  • Determine capital needs. 

  • Create a financial model.

    • Determine how much debt can be supported with cashflows. 

  • Engage a financing team. 

    • Team should include a

      • Financial Advisor or Investment Banker​

      • Bond Counsel

      • Corporate Counsel

      • Trustee

Connect with our office to discuss your project further and learn more.

407-712-6356

info@fdfcbonds.com

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