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SBA Expands 504 Financing Flexibility for Energy Projects - BLP - Business Lending Partners

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SBA Expands 504 Financing Flexibility for Energy Projects

Businesses investing in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable facility improvements will soon have greater access to SBA 504 financing.

Effective October 1, 2026, the Small Business Administration‘s (SBA) new SOP 50 10 8.1 eliminates the lifetime aggregate borrowing cap for qualifying SBA 504 Energy Public Policy projects. While the maximum SBA debenture remains $5.5 million per qualifying project, borrowers can now access SBA 504 financing for multiple eligible projects over time.

This update provides several key advantages, including:

Up to $5.5 million in SBA financing per qualifying project
No aggregate borrowing cap across multiple qualifying energy projects
Greater flexibility to finance future facility, equipment, and energy improvements

Projects may qualify by reducing energy consumption by at least 10%, generating more than 15% of a facility’s energy through renewable sources such as solar or wind, or incorporating sustainable design features that reduce environmental impact.

For businesses planning energy-efficient upgrades, renewable energy investments, or sustainable building improvements, this change creates new opportunities to leverage SBA 504 financing as part of their long-term growth strategy.

Contact us today to learn whether your project qualifies and how SBA 504 financing can support your business goals.

CONTACT BLP FOR YOUR BUSINESS LENDING NEEDS

Grace Kieckbusch

Vice President & Loan Officer

Grace Kieckbusch is a commercial lender who loves finding financing solutions that help small businesses thrive. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of UW–Parkside, she began her career at BLP after interning with the team during college.

Green Bay Office920.384.0385 Grace@blp504.org

Todd Schalinske

Vice President & Loan Officer

Todd Schalinske brings nearly four decades of experience in the banking and finance industry. A lifelong Southeast Wisconsin resident, he helps business owners secure the financing they need to grow, with expertise in commercial, mortgage, and SBA lending.

Racine Office262.898.7436 Todd@blp504.org