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New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers objective information and analysis, innovative programs, technical expertise, and support to help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. A public benefit corporation, NYSERDA has been advancing energy solutions and working to protect the environment since 1975.
New York State Clean Energy Internship Program
Description
Provides funding to eligible clean energy businesses, organizations, and local municipalities hiring interns to perform meaningful work in the clean energy sector. Both clean energy businesses and interns can apply to participate in the program. Accepted businesses will select, interview, and hire interns, and NYSERDA provides reimbursement on a percentage of the interns’ wages.
Up to $4.7 million is available to enhance the talent pipeline through meaningful clean energy internships. Funding is allocated on a first-come first-served basis to businesses that register, perform eligibility checks, and submit all completed materials in to NYSERDA. Funding will be allocated until it is exhausted or until the submission deadline.
Reimbursement will be on a sliding scale depending on the size of the business:
All businesses that participate under this PON must have a formal business location in New York State. Any intern supported under this PON must work in New York State.
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers objective information and analysis, innovative programs, technical expertise, and support to help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. A public benefit corporation, NYSERDA has been advancing energy solutions and working to protect the environment since 1975.
On-the-Job Training for Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology
Description
NYSERDA’s On-The-Job Training for Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology program will provide wage subsidies to eligible employers to reduce the financial risk of hiring and training new workers, incentivize and track the retention of the new workers during their first year of employment, and offer compensation for industry certifications earned. This program helps New York State to meet its energy goals and prioritizes the creation of employment opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged communities and priority populations.
NYSERDA is working closely with the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) to deliver the OJT program.
The primary purpose of OJT funding is to train new hires for clean energy work.
Employers must provide services in one or more the following technology areas to be eligible for program funding:
Minnesota Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program provides free home energy upgrades to income-eligible homeowners and renters to help save energy and make sure your home is a healthy and safe place to live.
Weatherization works closely with its companion program, the Energy Assistance Program, to help permanently reduce the energy bills for low-income Minnesotans.
If you qualify, a local Weatherization service provider may conduct a free home energy assessment to determine if cost-effective energy efficiency improvements can be completed in your home. Weatherization services could help decrease your annual energy costs by up to 30 percent.
Potential energy upgrades include:
The Weatherization Assistance Program uses the previous calendar month of household income to determine eligibility. Households that have received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) within the last 12 months are also eligible. Priority is given to households with elderly or disabled members, households with children, and households determined to be high energy consumers, and those with a high energy burden.
Weatherization Assistance is a nationwide, federally funded program of the U.S. Departments of Energy and Health and Human Services. Each state administers its Weatherization program to meet the unique needs of its low-income residents.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.
DEEP has established five strategic goals that guide the work across our programs. The Department is organized into the Office of the Commissioner and three Branches: Energy Branch, Environmental Quality Branch, and Environmental Conservation Branch.
Energy Resilience Construction Grant Program
Energy Resilience Construction Grants are available for entities to support local distributed energy generation and resilient infrastructure deployment at critical state facilities, prioritizing proposals from Vulnerable Communities. This funding comes from the Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants Program, BIL (P.L. 117-169) Section 40101(d) and the energy construction component of the DCRF authorized pursuant to Section 16-243y of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Washington State Department of Commerce
The Washington State Department of Commerce is the front door of government across our state. Our work touches every corner of Washington and impacts every community. We are advancing the most urgent needs facing our state: the transition to a clean energy economy, climate resilience, housing supply to meet our growing population, and the equitable engagement of communities, Tribes, local governments, and organizations.
Commerce fosters resilient communities by building partnerships, delivering resources, and advancing equity through responsive, transparent and collaborative public service. We invest in Washington’s future and communities, supporting equitable economic growth, innovative solutions, and a skilled workforce. We build and strengthen partnerships, systems, and projects, deploying solutions at scale and with community input. We serve communities, individuals, and our state by ensuring transformative projects and funding reach every Washingtonian; urban, rural, and Tribal, and we are committed to supporting the Commerce team who serve our state with such dedication.
Capital Project Capacity Grants for Federally-Recognized Tribal Governments
The Washington State Department of Commerce’s Community Capacity Initiative is accepting applications for FY2027 Capital Project Capacity-Building Grant Program. These grants will help eligible organizations strengthen their capacity and advance viable capital projects that directly benefit overburdened communities in Washington. Funding may support a critical next step in an early-stage capital project, including targeted technical assistance and predevelopment activities. Priority will be given to projects in overburdened communities that address housing, energy or infrastructure needs and to applicants and communities with limited financial capacity.
Awards will be made through a competitive process. Commerce anticipates awarding a limited number of grantees across the three applicant tracks, depending on the applications received, requested amounts, and available funding. Applicants must apply through one of three tracks: Washington local governments, Federally recognized tribal governments, and Federally designated nonprofits registered in Washington.
Washington State Department of Commerce
The Washington State Department of Commerce is the front door of government across our state. Our work touches every corner of Washington and impacts every community. We are advancing the most urgent needs facing our state: the transition to a clean energy economy, climate resilience, housing supply to meet our growing population, and the equitable engagement of communities, Tribes, local governments, and organizations.
Commerce fosters resilient communities by building partnerships, delivering resources, and advancing equity through responsive, transparent and collaborative public service. We invest in Washington’s future and communities, supporting equitable economic growth, innovative solutions, and a skilled workforce. We build and strengthen partnerships, systems, and projects, deploying solutions at scale and with community input. We serve communities, individuals, and our state by ensuring transformative projects and funding reach every Washingtonian; urban, rural, and Tribal, and we are committed to supporting the Commerce team who serve our state with such dedication.
Capital Project Capacity Grants for Local Governments
The Washington State Department of Commerce’s Community Capacity Initiative is accepting applications for FY2027 Capital Project Capacity-Building Grant Program. These grants will help eligible organizations strengthen their capacity and advance viable capital projects that directly benefit overburdened communities in Washington. Funding may support a critical next step in an early-stage capital project, including targeted technical assistance and predevelopment activities. Priority will be given to projects in overburdened communities that address housing, energy or infrastructure needs and to applicants and communities with limited financial capacity.
Awards will be made through a competitive process. Commerce anticipates awarding a limited number of grantees across the three applicant tracks, depending on the applications received, requested amounts, and available funding. Applicants must apply through one of three tracks: Washington local governments, Federally recognized tribal governments, and Federally designated nonprofits registered in Washington.
Maryland Energy Administration
The mission of the Maryland Energy Administration is to promote clean, affordable, reliable energy and energy-related greenhouse gas emission reductions to benefit Marylanders in a just and equitable manner.
The agency will advance impactful energy policies and programs to help achieve Maryland's clean energy and greenhouse gas reduction goals.
The Maryland Energy Administration currently provides approximately $200 million annually in grants and rebates to Maryland residents, communities, non-profit organizations, and businesses. The agency provides grants to all of the counties in the state, as well as the City of Baltimore.
Residential Energy Equity Program
Program Purpose
The Residential Energy Equity Program (Program), is offered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) to support the installation of cost-effective energy efficiency, solar and storage technologies in the single family and multi-family households of Marylanders with low to moderate income.
This grant program is offered statewide on a competitive basis.
Program Description
Applicants may apply for funding to deliver applicable technologies through three program Areas of Interest (AOIs): AOI1; AOI2; AOI3
AOI2
AOI2 is for solar energy and energy storage scopes of work and can be utilized for owner-occupied homes only.
If MEA does not receive a sufficient number of qualifying applications for the available funds, MEA may opt to increase individual grant amounts awarded to successful applicants who have indicated they are capable of scaling up.
Eligible Activities: Program funding shall be used for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and energy storage systems (ESS) installed on Eligible Buildings.
Maryland Energy Administration
The mission of the Maryland Energy Administration is to promote clean, affordable, reliable energy and energy-related greenhouse gas emission reductions to benefit Marylanders in a just and equitable manner.
The agency will advance impactful energy policies and programs to help achieve Maryland's clean energy and greenhouse gas reduction goals.
The Maryland Energy Administration currently provides approximately $200 million annually in grants and rebates to Maryland residents, communities, non-profit organizations, and businesses. The agency provides grants to all of the counties in the state, as well as the City of Baltimore.
Residential Energy Equity Program
Program Purpose
The Residential Energy Equity Program (Program), is offered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) to support the installation of cost-effective energy efficiency, solar and storage technologies in the single family and multi-family households of Marylanders with low to moderate income.
This grant program is offered statewide on a competitive basis.
Program Description
Applicants may apply for funding to deliver applicable technologies through three program Areas of Interest (AOIs): AOI1; AOI2; AOI3
AOI1
AOI1 is for energy efficiency scopes of work and can be utilized for renter-occupied and owner-occupied homes.
To prioritize an equitable distribution across the State, Program funds are allocated to each Maryland region based on the number of households with low-to-moderate income within the respective region.
Eligible Activities: Program funding can be used for energy efficiency and electrification measures in Eligible Buildings.
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection
The Division of Environmental Protection was created as a division within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in 1977. Headquarters offices are located in Carson City and a field office is located in Las Vegas. The Division is composed of eleven Bureaus, functioning at its best when it demonstrates its core values in everyday interactions as well as during challenging circumstances.
The mission of the Division of Environmental Protection aligns well with the Governor’s priorities. Our mission is to preserve and enhance the environment of the state to protect public health, sustain healthy ecosystems and contribute to a vibrant economy.
Nevada Clean Diesel Program
Nevada recognizes the need to reduce emissions from the state’s existing fleet of public and privately owned diesel-powered equipment. This is particularly important where “sensitive” populations such as asthmatics, children, and the elderly are exposed to diesel exhaust emissions. The Nevada Clean Diesel Program works to achieve these fundamental goals:
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Competitive Grant Program
Bi-annual funding for designated Green Communities in good standing. Applicants must complete the Annual Report and close prior grants with final reports and site inspections before applying. Supports energy‑saving municipal projects under the Green Communities Program.
Three Pathways
This Program Opportunity Notice (PON) is offering funding through three pathways: Prescriptive Measures, Traditional Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs), and Building Decarbonization; which are further defined in subsequent sections.
Eligible Green Communities may submit a grant application to fund all, or a portion, of the costs of constructing and implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
Building Decarbonization Projects
Applications will be accepted from municipalities seeking funding for comprehensive building decarbonization projects that extend beyond the typical grant in implementation time and cost and are ready for immediate implementation.
Full fossil-fuel replacement projects are prioritized. Other system types will only be considered when accompanied by a clear justification. Municipalities considering applying for building decarbonization projects are highly encouraged to contact their Green Communities Regional Coordinator to discuss potential proposals with DOER staff.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Competitive Grant Program
Bi-annual funding for designated Green Communities in good standing. Applicants must complete the Annual Report and close prior grants with final reports and site inspections before applying. Supports energy‑saving municipal projects under the Green Communities Program.
Three Pathways
This Program Opportunity Notice (PON) is offering funding through three pathways: Prescriptive Measures, Traditional Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs), and Building Decarbonization; which are further defined in subsequent sections.
Eligible Green Communities may submit a grant application to fund all, or a portion, of the costs of constructing and implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
Traditional Energy Conservation Measures
Energy Conservation Measures (ECMS) in Existing Buildings
Eligible Green Communities can apply for one or more ECMs for buildings included in their Baseline and Energy Reduction Plan. ECMs that are commonly applied for in Green Community Competitive Grants: a) Building Envelope Improvements; b) Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Equipment; c) Water Heaters; d) Building Controls Systems; e) Retro-commissioning; f) Pumps, Motors, and Drives; g) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS); h) Repairs to Existing Renewable Energy Systems; i) Commercial Refrigeration; j) Other Energy Efficiency Projects
Please check with your DOER Green Communities Regional Coordinator for questions on the project categories.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Competitive Grant Program
Bi-annual funding for designated Green Communities in good standing. Applicants must complete the Annual Report and close prior grants with final reports and site inspections before applying. Supports energy‑saving municipal projects under the Green Communities Program.
Three Pathways
This Program Opportunity Notice (PON) is offering funding through three pathways: Prescriptive Measures, Traditional Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs), and Building Decarbonization; which are further defined in subsequent sections.
Eligible Green Communities may submit a grant application to fund all, or a portion, of the costs of constructing and implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
Prescriptive Measures
Prescriptive measures are fixed grants awarded per unit. Please use the savings methodology noted under each measure to calculate the energy savings on the grant table. DOER is offering prescriptive grants for the following project types: a) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs); b) Walk-in Refrigeration Controls; c) Door and Window Weather-Stripping; d) Window Replacements; e) Workforce Development; f) Light-duty Hybrid (HEVs) or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles (PHEVs); g) Light-duty Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs); h) Medium- or Heavy-duty BEVs; i) Electric Vehicle Charging Stations; j) Battery-powered Lawn Care & Landscaping Equipment; k) LED Lighting; l) LED Streetlights.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Grants: Municipal Energy Technical Assistance (META) Grant
Program Opportunity Notice Funding Objectives
The Municipal Energy Technical Assistance (META) grant provides funding for municipalities, regional school districts, and water/wastewater districts to retain independent third parties for technical services, like the study, negotiation, development, and/or management of clean energy projects.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Grants: DOER Regional School District Decarbonization Grant Program
The DOER Regional School District (RSD) Decarbonization Grant Program (Program) aims to assist RSDs in their transition from fossil fuel equipment to efficient electric alternatives at existing facilities. The grant Program focuses on the preemptive avoidance of in-kind replacement of fossil fuel-based systems and equipment by providing the necessary funding to deploy efficient electrified solutions. This includes but is not limited to financial support for the deployment of renewable thermal technologies for space conditioning, efficient electric water heating, battery-powered facilities maintenance equipment (BPFME), and electric commercial kitchen equipment, where that equipment is replacing a gas-powered alternative.
There are four primary categories for electrification funding under this Program: space heating, water heating, battery-powered facilities maintenance equipment, and commercial kitchen equipment.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Grants: Climate Leader Communities Decarbonization Accelerator Grant Program
The Climate Leader Communities Decarbonization Accelerator Grant provides funding to certified Massachusetts Climate Leader Communities for projects that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from municipal operations. Eligible projects must align with the community's Climate Leader Municipal Decarbonization Roadmap and prioritize reducing fossil fuel combustion, energy use, and costs. Potential funding areas include renewable energy projects such as solar and heat pumps, energy storage, and other projects that support decarbonization efforts. DOER anticipates supporting decarbonization projects under this PON that cannot be fully funded through other sources.
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure.
Green Communities Grants
The Green Communities Division provides funding opportunities to reduce municipal energy use and costs by way of clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools; guidance, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators. In addition, the Division provides education on the benefits of clean, affordable, resilient energy, and renewable energy projects.
Program Details
The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program helps municipalities navigate and meet the five criteria required to become a Green Community, in turn qualifying them for grants that finance additional energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at the local level.
Green Communities Grants: Climate Leader Communities Decarbonization Technical Support
The Climate Leader Communities Decarbonization Technical Support (Program) is designed to assist certified Massachusetts’ Climate Leader Communities by offering funding for technical support that generates both recommendations and engineering design documents to implement projects that align with the applicant's Climate Leader Communities Municipal Decarbonization Roadmap.
Applications will be accepted for technical support in both new and existing facilities that have been identified in the municipality’s Climate Leader Community municipal operations decarbonization roadmap as approved by the DOER.
The applicant must be an existing, certified Climate Leader Community to apply for this grant award. One award per community will be made via this PON.
Colorado Energy Office
The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) develops programs and promotes energy policies to fight climate change, improve air quality, and save Coloradans money. CEO plays a central role in building an equitable, clean energy economy. We advance a clean energy agenda, provide funding and technical assistance, and ensure the benefits of the clean energy transition are shared statewide.
Promoting equity and environmental justice in Colorado is the core of our work. We strive to ensure innovation in energy generation, the built environment, land use, and transportation benefits marginalized and disproportionately impacted communities across the state.
Charge Ahead Colorado Rolling Grant
The Charge Ahead Colorado grant program supports electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Colorado by offering funding for EV charging to serve communities and EV drivers across the state. Charge Ahead Colorado offers State funding for community-based level 2 (L2) and direct current fast-charging (DCFC) EV charging stations with prioritized investments in disproportionately impacted communities and enhanced incentives for eligible qualifying entities.
The Charge Ahead Colorado Rolling Application is available year-round, only for applicants applying for funding for $50,000 or less to install L2 charging ports and/or charging outlets. The smaller-project limits are generally no more than six Level 2 charging ports or 24 charging outlets. Eligible applicants may receive up to three (3) total Rolling Application awards per calendar year.
Colorado Energy Office
The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) develops programs and promotes energy policies to fight climate change, improve air quality, and save Coloradans money. CEO plays a central role in building an equitable, clean energy economy. We advance a clean energy agenda, provide funding and technical assistance, and ensure the benefits of the clean energy transition are shared statewide.
Promoting equity and environmental justice in Colorado is the core of our work. We strive to ensure innovation in energy generation, the built environment, land use, and transportation benefits marginalized and disproportionately impacted communities across the state.
Charge Ahead Colorado Multifamily Housing Portfolio Grant
The Charge Ahead Colorado grant program supports electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Colorado by offering funding for EV charging to serve communities and EV drivers across the state. Charge Ahead Colorado offers State funding for community-based level 2 (L2) and direct current fast-charging (DCFC) EV charging stations with prioritized investments in disproportionately impacted communities and enhanced incentives for eligible qualifying entities.
Projects must include at least three separate multifamily housing properties and may support Level 2 charging ports and charging outlets serving deeded, assigned, shared, guest, visitor, or resident parking. Direct Current Fast-Charging stations are not eligible. Income-qualified multifamily properties, including properties operated by housing authorities, are strongly encouraged to apply and may qualify for enhanced incentives.
Colorado Energy Office
The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) develops programs and promotes energy policies to fight climate change, improve air quality, and save Coloradans money. CEO plays a central role in building an equitable, clean energy economy. We advance a clean energy agenda, provide funding and technical assistance, and ensure the benefits of the clean energy transition are shared statewide.
Promoting equity and environmental justice in Colorado is the core of our work. We strive to ensure innovation in energy generation, the built environment, land use, and transportation benefits marginalized and disproportionately impacted communities across the state.
Charge Ahead Colorado Standard Grant
The Charge Ahead Colorado grant program supports electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Colorado by offering funding for EV charging to serve communities and EV drivers across the state. Charge Ahead Colorado offers State funding for community-based level 2 (L2) and direct current fast-charging (DCFC) EV charging stations with prioritized investments in disproportionately impacted communities and enhanced incentives for eligible qualifying entities.
The Standard application is intended for larger or more complex projects, including applications requesting more than $50,000, projects requesting more than six Level 2 ports or 24 charging outlets, and all projects involving DC fast chargers. Level 2 and outlet projects should generally become operational within 12 to 18 months, while projects containing DC fast chargers should be completed within 18 to 24 months.
Department of Environmental Protection
Our mission is to protect Pennsylvania’s air, land, and water resources while ensuring the health and safety of all residents and visitors to the commonwealth.
Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania (RISE PA)
Lowering Emissions
RISE PA is a $396 million statewide industrial decarbonization grant program funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The purpose of this program is to offer grants for small-, medium-, and large-scale decarbonization projects at industrial facilities to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) and co-pollutant emissions. RISE PA is focused on reducing emissions from Pennsylvania’s industrial sector, which is the highest-emitting sector statewide and accounts for just over 30% of Pennsylvania’s total GHG emissions.
Award Tracks
All projects will fall within the following Award Tracks: Small-scale, Medium-scale, and Large-scale.
Funding Type
RISE PA is a reimbursement grant program. This means a Grantee will pay all project costs and submit proof that project costs, including cost share, have been paid, as well as proof of project work completion, to invoice for reimbursement from RISE PA.
Medium- and Large-scale Award Tracks
Medium-scale and Large-scale Award Tracks (MAT and LAT, respectively) will be administered by DEP and Applicants must achieve at least a 20% annual facility-wide reduction in GHG emissions per project.
All awards issued under RISE PA will include a Base Grant Award (BGA) that is a portion of the Total Project Costs (TPC), requiring the Grantee to provide the additional project cost share.
Department of Environmental Protection
Our mission is to protect Pennsylvania’s air, land, and water resources while ensuring the health and safety of all residents and visitors to the commonwealth.
Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania (RISE PA)
Lowering Emissions
RISE PA is a $396 million statewide industrial decarbonization grant program funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The purpose of this program is to offer grants for small-, medium-, and large-scale decarbonization projects at industrial facilities to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) and co-pollutant emissions. RISE PA is focused on reducing emissions from Pennsylvania’s industrial sector, which is the highest-emitting sector statewide and accounts for just over 30% of Pennsylvania’s total GHG emissions.
Award Tracks
All projects will fall within the following Award Tracks: Small-scale, Medium-scale, and Large-scale.
Funding Type
RISE PA is a reimbursement grant program. This means a Grantee will pay all project costs and submit proof that project costs, including cost share, have been paid, as well as proof of project work completion, to invoice for reimbursement from RISE PA.
Small-scale Award Track
The Small-scale Award Track (SAT) will be administered by PennTAP and will only be available to Small- or Medium-sized Manufacturers (SMMs). A minimum GHG emission reduction threshold for Small-scale projects is not prescribed, but the amount of GHG reductions from the project will be considered during the evaluation process.
All awards issued under RISE PA will include a Base Grant Award (BGA) that is a portion of the Total Project Costs (TPC), requiring the Grantee to provide the additional project cost share.
Eligible projects submitted to the SAT are anticipated to receive grant awards which represent 50% of the total eligible TPC, and the applicant contributing a 50% cost share.
The SAT has three award tiers (Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3).
The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Program was created under the Energy Policy Act of 2005. This act gave EPA new grant and loan authority for promoting diesel emission reductions and authorized appropriations to the Agency of up to $200 million per year through FY2011. Congress appropriated funds for the first time under this program in FY2008.
In 2020, DERA was reauthorized under Division S – Innovation for the Environment section of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 for up to $100 million annually through 2024. The program will continue to award grants and rebates to achieve diesel emissions reduction.
The DERA State Grant is intended for county, city, or other local government entities, private businesses, colleges and universities, and non-profit organizations. DERA grants are awarded to eligible applicants for the implementation of diesel emissions reduction projects which will positively impact air quality and public health. Projects should be cost-effective, easily feasible, and reduce emissions through engine repowers, equipment and exhaust retrofits, or equipment replacements. DERA grants typically cover 25% of eligible costs; however, the award can be more dependent on the type of project. The applicant is responsible for the remaining costs.
Under the leadership of MassDEP, the Clean Energy Results Program is an integrated energy and environmental partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (“DOER”) and the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center that reduces regulatory or other barriers to clean and energy efficient project development across the state. A cornerstone of this partnership has been the development of a streamlined "Gap" Energy Grant funding model that has helped municipal water utilities reduce their energy usage, operating costs, and improve the environment. This grant program “fills the funding gap” by leveraging incentives from energy utilities and other funding sources to jump-start energy efficiency and clean energy generation projects.
Wyoming Energy Authority
The Wyoming Energy Authority coordinates with the entire energy spectrum as advocates, partners, environmental stewards and innovators.
Mission: To advance Wyoming’s energy and natural resources.
Small Business Energy Audit and Retrofit Grant Program
Small Business Energy Audit and Retrofit grants are available to Wyoming small businesses and nonprofits looking for cost-effective opportunities to lower their energy usage. Grants will be used to complete a comprehensive energy audit and approved energy efficiency retrofits. 10% match required.
Approved retrofits include:
Applicant must be the owner of the building/facility.
West Virginia Community Advancement and Development
West Virginia Community Advancement and Development works to encourage strong civic engagement through INFRASTRUCTURE, SUSTAINABILITY, COMPLIANCE, and RESILIENCY. WV CAD administers state and federal programs designed to improve the quality of life in West Virginia.
Weatherization Assistance Program
What is Weatherization?
The West Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a federally funded program that helps to increase the energy efficiency of dwellings owned or occupied by low-income persons or to provide such persons renewable energy systems or technologies, reduce their total residential expenditures, and improve their health and safety, especially low-income persons who are particularly vulnerable such as the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy users, and households with high energy burden. The full scope of the WV Weatherization Assistance Program can be read in the current State Plan.
The State of West Virginia does not provide direct assistance to households. The State awards program funds to local non-profit Community Action Agencies that provide Weatherization services in all 55 counties of West Virginia. To see who provides Weatherization in your county, check out our resource map here.
Energy efficiency grants fund nonprofits aiming to reduce energy consumption, improve building systems, and adopt renewable energy solutions. The following grants empower organizations to cut costs, promote sustainability, and lower environmental impact.
Explore 95 funding opportunities for energy efficiency projects, with $49.4M in resources. Instrumentl helps nonprofits secure grants from diverse funders, offering tools for customized searches, deadline tracking, and insights to advance sustainability goals.
How common are grants in this category?
Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Energy Efficiency grants for Nonprofits?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
What's the typical grant amount funded for Energy Efficiency Grants for Nonprofits?
Grants are most commonly $125,000.
Energy efficiency grants are available to nonprofits working to reduce energy consumption and promote sustainability. Eligible organizations may focus on renewable energy, reducing carbon footprints, upgrading building infrastructure, or improving community education and access to energy-saving solutions. Some grants prioritize projects that benefit low-income communities or address environmental justice.
Grants in energy efficiency typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 34.2% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q3.
Energy efficiency grants aim to support nonprofits in being more eco-friendly, lowering utility bills, and taking care of the environment: Funders want to support projects leading to long-term sustainable energy improvements. These grants empower organizations to reduce energy consumption, promote renewable energy, upgrade infrastructure, and lower costs and emissions related to energy expenses and environmental impact.
On average, grants in energy efficiency provide funding between $300 and $12,500,000, with typical awards falling around $125,000 (median) and $783,927 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.
Energy efficiency grants are typically funded by federal (Department of Energy) and local government agencies, as well as utility companies/energy providers. Other funders include private foundations supporting sustainability initiatives, climate action, and environmental justice (The Energy Foundation), and corporate sustainability initiatives (Google Green Grants, Walmart’s Energy Efficiency Program).
To improve the chances of receiving an energy efficiency grant, nonprofits should:
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