Esoteric ABS

CleanFund paves way to AAA on commercial PACE securitization

07/31/18

Most providers of property assessed clean energy financing shoot for relatively modest credit ratings in the securitization market. But CleanFund wanted to set itself apart.

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New tactic in lawsuit against PACE providers: Breach of contract

04/17/18

A class action filed last week alleges that Renovate America and Renew Financial failed to provide consumer protections promised to L.A. County, that this constitutes elder abuse, and the county is complicit.

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PACE loans take a hit on their home turf

07/12/17

Property Assessed Clean Energy loans can no longer be offered in unincorporated areas of Kern County, Calif. The controversial loans, meant to promote energy efficiency, began in California and are now offered in a number of states.

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