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Financing the Energy Transition

Rebate-Backed Private Credit for ESG and Sustainable Infrastructure

Epic Energy Partners bridges the capital gap in government rebate programs, providing construction financing for clean energy projects repaid directly from grant proceeds upon completion.
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$25M+
Current Pipeline
9-18 mo
Typical Duration
90%
Max Rebate Coverage
CA Focus
DAC Communities

How EEP Works

A four-step process that turns committed government incentives into deployable capital, with no payments required during construction.
Incentive Awarded
Grant or rebate funds are reserved by a federal, state, or local program but not yet paid out.
EEP Financing
EEP provides capital up to 90% of the rebate value, underwriting on the secured incentive, not borrower financials.
Project Built
The borrower deploys the infrastructure. Zero payments are required during the construction period.
Rebate Paid
Upon completion, the government releases rebate funds and the loan is fully repaid. Total repayment never exceeds the rebate amount.
Competitive Advantage

A Better Structure for Clean Energy Finance

Government-secured repayment, no operating cash flow dependency, and short duration make EEP a structurally differentiated credit fund.

  • Government-backed repayment.
    Rebate proceeds serve as the primary repayment source, reducing credit risk substantially.

  • No reliance on operating cash flow.
    Loan repayment is tied to the rebate, not to the borrower's business performance.

  • Short 9 to 18 month duration.
    Limits exposure and enables rapid capital recycling across a growing pipeline.

  • Lends up to 90% of rebate value.
    Efficient use of capital while maintaining strong collateral coverage at all times.

  • Total repayment capped at rebate amount.
    Borrowers have a natural ceiling on obligations, and lenders have a defined exit source.

  • 14 to 20% target effective returns.
    Strong double-digit yield with structural downside protection built in.

The Problem We Solve

The Market Gap

  • Rebates and grants are only paid after project completion, leaving developers without upfront capital to build.

  • Traditional banks underwrite on company financials, not on the value of a secured government rebate.

  • Construction loans require periodic payments during build, creating cash flow strain for developers throughout the project.

  • Many high-impact projects in Disadvantaged Communities stall for lack of short-duration bridge capital.

Pipeline Snapshot

Current deal flow and typical project characteristics across the active portfolio.
$25M+
Current pipeline opportunity across active clean energy projects in California and beyond.
9-18 mo
Typical project duration from financing close to full rebate repayment, keeping exposure short.
Who We Finance
Borrowers
EEP serves a broad range of organizations deploying clean energy and EV infrastructure with committed government incentives.
Commercial Enterprises
Non-Profit Organizations
Developers and EPC Contractors
Charging Network Operators
Schools and Universities
Programs and Geography

Rebate and Incentive Programs

EEP finances projects backed by established state and federal rebate and grant programs across the United States.

  • California Energy Commission (CEC)

    State-level clean energy and efficiency grants for infrastructure deployment.

  • California Air Resources Board (CARB)

    Clean transportation and air quality incentive programs statewide.

  • Communities In Charge (CIC)

    EV charging infrastructure funding for underserved and DAC communities.

  • Carl Moyer Grant Program

    Heavy-duty vehicle and equipment incentives for fleet operators.

  • Federal, State and Local Programs

    Expanding range of additional incentive sources including IRA and DOE programs.
Geographic Focus
California and Disadvantaged Communities
EEP concentrates on United States projects with a strong emphasis on California, particularly in Disadvantaged Communities where incentive programs are most robust and deployment impact is greatest.
The Team
Experienced operators with deep expertise in clean energy infrastructure and EV deployment.
  • Michael Bakunin
    Co-Founder
    Co-founder of Epic Charging, one of the fastest-growing B2B SaaS companies in the EV charging space in the United States. Over 10 years of operational and technology expertise in e-mobility.
  • Ian Vishnevsky
    Co-Founder
    Co-founder of EVCS, the largest and fastest-growing Charge Point Operator on the West Coast. Deep expertise in EV infrastructure financing, project development, and government incentive programs.
  • Michael Fridshtand
    Co-Founder
    Serial entrepreneur, CEO and Co-founder of Amplifier.AI, CTO and Co-founder of Epic Charging. Over 15 years of experience in software development, blockchain, AI, VR, BigData.
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you are deploying clean energy infrastructure or seeking differentiated private credit exposure, we would love to connect.
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