REIT investing in climate change solutions by providing capital to sustainable infrastructure projects.
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. specializes in providing capital and services to advance the energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable infrastructure markets across the United States. The company focuses on financing projects that enhance energy efficiency or reduce energy costs in buildings and facilities. These projects include installations such as solar generation, energy storage systems, and improvements to HVAC systems, lighting, energy controls, roofs, windows, building shells, and combined heat and power systems.
In addition to energy efficiency projects, Hannon Armstrong supports grid-connected initiatives that leverage cleaner energy sources like solar and wind power to generate electricity. The company also invests in other sustainable infrastructure projects, such as upgraded transmission and distribution systems, as well as water and storm water infrastructure improvements.
As a real estate investment trust (REIT), Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital benefits from favorable tax treatment by distributing at least 90% of its taxable income to shareholders, thereby minimizing federal corporate income taxes. This tax-efficient structure enables the company to maximize returns for investors while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital has a long-standing commitment to sustainability and responsible investment. The company's strategic focus on environmentally beneficial projects underscores its role as a leader in financing solutions that promote energy efficiency and sustainable infrastructure development nationwide.