C-PACE is a transformative financial instrument extensively employed across many jurisdictions in the United States for financing new ground-up construction projects. Contrary to the common misconception that integrating C-PACE into a project’s financing structure will inflate construction costs, this innovative program aligns with numerous elements already planned within a developer’s blueprint and budgetary considerations. In practice, a substantial portion of the construction budget, ranging from 20% to 40% of both hard and soft costs, is eligible for C-PACE financing. This eligibility spans different jurisdictions and is tailored to the unique fiscal frameworks of individual projects. The strategic utilization of C-PACE paves the way to considerable savings in financing costs while opening avenues for enhancing investor returns or reinvestment into elevating the building’s quality and marketability. This dual benefit underscores the C-PACE program’s role in redefining financial approaches to sustainable construction.