Understanding The Inflation Reduction Act’s Decarbonization Rebate Programs: HOMES, HEERA, and EBD

Delve into the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEEHRA) Program and Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program offered through the Inflation Reduction Act. With an anticipated $582 million for California, these programs incentivize new constructions and retrofits, offering substantial rebates for electrification upgrades and home energy performance enhancements. Learn about contractor incentives and point-of-sale rebates for heat pumps, electric panels, water Read More


Maximizing Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits for Clean Energy and Affordable Housing

Explore the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax incentives on affordable housing in this comprehensive workshop. With a focus on practical implementation, learn how IRA tax credits can support your building decarbonization efforts. Discover the Renewable Energy Investment Tax Credits, Section 45L credits, and 179D deductions, and their application in advancing affordable housing. Gain insights into employing these incentives Read More


Accessing Funding For Affordable Housing Through The Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP)

Join us for an exploration of the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) under the Inflation Reduction Act. This session offers valuable information for owners and sponsors of HUD-subsidized properties, discussing the Elements, Leading Edge, and Comprehensive cohorts. Learn about eligibility criteria, funding purposes, and program incentives providing up to $80k per unit or $20m per property. Don’t miss this Read More


Tax-Exempt Bonds 101

This session from the Partnership will provide participants an introduction to the basics of using tax-exempt bond financing in affordable housing developments, as well as an overview of California’s competitive allocation process. Topics covered include: What is a tax-exempt bond and why are they used? Deal structure and participants Technical requirements: 50% Test, Good costs vs. Bad costs Process of Read More


Electrification Training Series: #5. Financing and Funding the Electrification of New and Existing Affordable Housing October 4

The California Housing Partnership is partnering with the Association for Energy Affordability to offer five training sessions covering essential topics on electrifying new and existing affordable multifamily rental housing in California. Experts in energy efficiency and clean energy resources for affordable rental housing will lead the sessions. Guest speakers will provide first-hand insights on making the case for electrification. Affordable Read More


Electrification Training Series: #4. Accelerating Electrification with Solar Energy for Multifamily Housing September 27

The California Housing Partnership is partnering with the Association for Energy Affordability to offer five training sessions covering essential topics on electrifying new and existing affordable multifamily rental housing in California. Experts in energy efficiency and clean energy resources for affordable rental housing will lead the sessions. Guest speakers will provide first-hand insights on making the case for electrification. Affordable Read More


LIHTC 201

Builds on the LIHTC 101 foundational training to provide an overlay of specific requirements for developments in California. California state tax credits State eligibility and affordability requirements Threshold Basis Limits TCAC underwriting requirements Competitive 9% LIHTC allocation systems Space is limited. Registration closes September 20, or once capacity is reached. No refunds provided. You may request a ticket transfer within your Read More


Electrification Training Series: #3. Operations of All-Electric Affordable Housing September 20

The California Housing Partnership is partnering with the Association for Energy Affordability to offer five training sessions covering essential topics on electrifying new and existing affordable multifamily rental housing in California. Experts in energy efficiency and clean energy resources for affordable rental housing will lead the sessions. Guest speakers will provide first-hand insights on making the case for electrification. Affordable Read More


LIHTC 101

This training will introduce the basic fundamentals of the federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. What is a tax credit? Federal eligibility and affordability requirements Differences between 9% and 4% credits Calculating LIHTC credits and equity Basic ownership structure of a limited partnership Space is limited. Registration closes 4 business days prior to event, or once capacity is Read More


Electrification Training Series: #2. IRA Funding and Participation Pathways for Building Electrification September 13

The California Housing Partnership is partnering with the Association for Energy Affordability to offer five training sessions covering essential topics on electrifying new and existing affordable multifamily rental housing in California. Experts in energy efficiency and clean energy resources for affordable rental housing will lead the sessions. Guest speakers will provide first-hand insights on making the case for electrification. Affordable Read More