Nelnet Renewable Energy

Meet Nelnet Renewable Energy

Nelnet is a service-oriented company of more than 6,500 associates, with a commitment to serving customers, associates, communities, and the planet. Nelnet Renewable Energy, a Nelnet brand, helps individuals, businesses, investors, and communities support renewable energy through its solar tax equity investing, tax co-investing/syndication services, end-to-end solar installation solutions, and more.

What We Do

We finance, develop, and manage investments in clean energy solutions. By partnering with investors, developers, startups, commercial clients, and communities to deploy renewable energy and other technological solutions, we’re planting the seeds for a cleaner, more resilient, and more inclusive future.

Tax Equity Funding

Nelnet is a leading tax equity investor, having invested over $200 million into 100+ solar project sites nationwide that power nearly 45,000 homes. By investing in solar projects that provide competitive yields through tax incentives and that benefit the environment and our communities, we create long-term value for Nelnet and its shareholders.

See how Nelnet serves those who work in solar tax equity funding

Co-investment Platform

Make impact investments and achieve risk-adjusted competitive returns with our co-investment platform. Our platform creates shareholder value, provides a cash return on investment, and benefits a company’s sustainability efforts – and our team provides GAAP accounting, tax reporting, and Impact Investment reporting.

See how Nelnet serves those who work in solar with a co-investment platform

Renewable Energy Innovation and Partnerships

We deploy resources aimed at helping early-stage companies raise capital and develop solutions in CleanTech, ClimateTech, and other high-impact ecosystems. Partnering with Nelnet means harnessing our network, market position, and subject matter expertise to open doors and drive strategic, long-term growth for your venture.

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Solar Installation

Nelnet Renewable Energy’s unique vertically integrated model allows us to provide end-to-end service for commercial and utility-scale projects. Our services are designed to be turn-key solutions from design and permitting to construction and beyond.

See how Nelnet serves those who work on solar installation

Explore Our Community Solar Customer Website

Now that you’ve seen the solutions we offer, learn how community solar serves the planet while saving businesses, renters, and homeowners money – and see if there’s a community solar farm near you.

Visit Site : Our Community Solar Customer

Industries We Serve

Through tax equity investing, its tax co-investing platform, and a proven, end-to-end solar installation solution, Nelnet Renewable Energy provides unmatched value to our partners and customers working within various industries.

Energy

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Financial Services

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Nelnet Insights

We’re always exploring new ways to transform our business. We’re dedicated to understanding industry trends and regulations – and sharing with and learning from others. What drives us may give your business an edge, too.

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Advantages Solar Tax Equity Investments Offer Banks and Corporates Today

In today's challenging economic environment, existing bond portfolios are experiencing significant markdowns. Nelnet Director of Tax Equity Capital Markets explores how solar tax equity investments offer several advantages for investors looking for alternatives.

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What does it takes for a higher education institution in the U.S. to achieve carbon neutrality? In this piece, we explore effective methods of reducing an institution's greenhouse gas emissions, common barriers standing in the way of progress, and how those barriers can be overcome.

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Barriers for Higher Ed Institutions to Achieving Carbon Neutrality Survey Results

Over 1,000 higher education institutions have set goals to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, but only 15 so far have reached that milestone. Our survey illuminates the challenges and barriers higher ed institutions are encountering as they are working to achieve carbon neutrality.

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