America’s Federal Funding Opportunities and Resources for Decarbonization

This tool is primarily intended to streamline state, local, non-profit, and community efforts to increase understanding of eligible funding, tax credits, and other incentives relevant to your project, goals, and community. The tool focuses on decarbonization efforts, including electricity, transportation, buildings, and resilient energy systems. It does not exhaustively capture federal resources for other topics. Use the filters below to sort available funding sources automatically and focus on the funding sources relevant to your project, goals, and community. Then use the compare feature to select up to 4 programs most relevant to review side-by-side.

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New or Existing	Program Name	Purpose	Agency	Sub-Department	Eligibility Requirements	Matching	Funding Available	Max Award	Expected Allocations	Average Award	Deadline	Decarbonization Considerations	Equity Considerations	Helpful Tips	Other Notes	Only for Federal Emergency Declaration?	Webpage
New - IRA	179D: Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction Compare	To provide a tax deduction to some building owners and tenants who place in service energy efficient commercial building property (EECBP) or energy efficient commercial building retrofit property (EEBRP).	Department of Treasury	Internal Revenue Service (IRS)	Beginning January 1, 2023, the deduction is available to: - Owners of qualified commercial buildings - Designers of EECBP/EEBRP installed in buildings owned by specified tax-exempt entities, including certain government entities, Indian tribal governments, Alaska Native Corporations, and other tax-exempt organizations	N/A	The deduction is the lesser of: 1) The cost of the installed property; 2) The savings per square foot calculated as: $0.50 per square foot for a building with 25% energy savings, plus $0.02 per square foot for each percentage point of energy savings above 25%, up to a maximum of $1.00 per square foot for a building with 50% energy savings. The deduction is 5 times the base amount if the project meets prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements.	$5/sq. ft.	Uncapped	N/A	N/A	Under the Inflation Reduction Act, energy savings must be measured against the latest ASHRAE standard affirmed by the Secretary of Treasury at least 4 years before the property is placed in service. EECBP and EEBRP must be installed on or in a qualified building as part of the interior lighting systems; the heating, cooling, ventilation, and hot water systems; or the building envelope.	Beginning in 2023, if local prevailing wages are paid and apprenticeship requirements are met, an increased maximum deduction applies. The maximum amount increases to 5 times the savings per square foot amount.	Governmental and other tax exempt entities should consult with contracted design teams or prospective teams to indicate their interest in leveraging energy efficient designs for buildings they own and maintain. One way to indicate preference or requirement is through requests for qualifications (RFQs) or requests for proposals (RFPs) issued by the entity seeking bids that would intend to leverage this deduction.	Under the Inflation Reduction Act, energy savings must be measured against the latest ASHRAE standard affirmed by the Secretary of Treasury at least 4 years before the property is placed in service. For buildings that begin construction on or after January 1, 2023, and have energy efficient property placed in service on or after January 1, 2027, ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2019 applies.	No	https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/energy-efficient-commercial-buildings-deduction
Existing - IIJA Increase	Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Compare	To support infrastructure projects, including runways and airfields, airport lighting, and airport markings. These funds do not support projects related to airport terminals, equipment, vehicles, or operations.	Department of Transportation (DOT)	Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)	Funding can be used for any Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) eligible projects except debt service payments.	5%-30% cost share required, depending on airport size and type of project	$1,500,000,000	N/A	N/A	Varies	July 14, 2023	Airports are important transportation hubs and contributors to global emissions, whether directly or indirectly (via the airplanes they service). Airport efficiency upgrades can reduce emissions substantially. AIP-eligible projects include those improvements related to enhancing airport safety, lighting, security, and environmental plans. Planning and environmental studies are also eligible, which may include glare studies for on-site solar energy systems or geothermal system design and implementation.	See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	This is for larger projects, as eligible projects must involve more than $25,000 in AIP funds. Based on previous awards, grant amounts vary widely from $25,000 to over $30 million. If you have an eligible project, contact the program to discuss how to move forward.	Lighting was a common project funding in 2021. The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport received over $10 million for energy efficiency infrastructure support as part of a major geothermal energy project retrofit. For a complete list of recently funded projects, visit: https://www.faa.gov/airports/aip/2024_aip_grants	No	https://www.faa.gov/airports/aip/
New - IIJA	Airport Terminal Program (ATP) Compare	To provide competitive funds for airport terminal development projects that address aging infrastructure in America's airports, including energy efficiency upgrades and on-site rail access.	Department of Transportation (DOT)	Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)	Eligible airports include those operated by authorities, cities, territories and tribes within the national air transportation system. Grants can be used for (1) airport terminal development, including access roads servicing exclusive airport traffic, and walkways that lead directly to or from an airport passenger terminal building; (2) on-airport rail access projects, or (3) airport-owned Airport Traffic Control Towers (ATCT), including relocating, reconstructing, repairing or improving the ATCT.	20% cost share required for large and medium hub airports, 5% cost share required for small hub, nonhub, and nonprimary airports	$1,000,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	July 31, 2024	FAA seeks projects that improve energy efficiency, including upgrading environmental systems, upgrading plant facilities, and achieving Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or similar accreditation standards. Applicants should demonstrates how the project will reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.	Two of the core review criteria focus on ADA accessibility improvements and benefiting historically disadvantaged communities. See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	Criteria for FY25 applications include 1) increase capacity and passenger access; 2) replace aging infrastructure; 3) achieve ADA compliance and expand accessibility; 4) improve airport access for historically disadvantaged populations; 5) improve energy efficiency, including upgrading environmental systems, upgrading plant facilities, and achieving LEED accreditation standards; 6) improve airfield safety through terminal relocation; and 7) encourage actual and potential competition. Applicants are encouraged to submit projects that meet as many of the above criteria as possible, but do not need to meet all criteria to be considered.	Large hub airports will receive up to 55% of the total funding; medium hub airports will receive up to 15% of the total funding; and small hub airports will receive up to 20% of the total funding. At least 10% of the total funding will go to non-hub and non-primary airports. Approximately $1 billion will be available per year, for Fiscal Years 2023-2026. See the previous awardees here: https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-airport-terminal-program-grants-file	No	https://www.faa.gov/bil/airport-terminals
Existing - Constant	Area Development Program (ADP) Compare	To invest in two general areas: critical infrastructure and business and workforce development. Critical infrastructure investments mainly include water and wastewater systems, energy, transportation, broadband, and other projects anchoring regional economic development. Business and workforce investments primarily focus on entrepreneurship, worker training and education, food systems, leadership, and other human capital development.	Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)	N/A	Applicants must be in an eligible Appalachian county across the 13-state region: https://www.arc.gov/Appalachian-counties-served-by-arc/	20%-70% cost share required, depending on economic status of county	N/A	Varies	Varies	Varies	Rolling	ARC project guidelines emphasize the following goals: 1) economic opportunity, 2) ready workforce, 3) critical infrastructure, 4) natural and cultural assets, and 5) leadership and community capacity. Communities should consider projects aligned with their local and ARC strategic goals that reduce emissions, increase community resiliency, and/or create new opportunities for workforce training in a clean energy economy. ARC guidelines specifically highlight that funding can support elements of the project that improve a project's energy efficiency, but communities should think expansively and work with their state representative to incorporate energy local renewable energy, energy storage, building weatherization and electrification, and increased multi-modal access.	This program helps communities recover from declines in coal and manufacturing sectors and transition to new industries. In addition, a state may also use a portion of its ARC Area Development allocation to fund job-training and skills development, which could support the growth of a clean energy workforce. The ARC may prioritize its funding and match rates based on levels of economic distress: https://www.arc.gov/match-requirements-for-arc-grants/	Consider whether the project will improve, on a continuing rather than a temporary basis, the opportunities for employment, the average level of income, or the economic and social development of the area served by the project. To receive ARC approval, a project must implement the Development Plan of the Appalachian State in which it is located and it must have been identified by the state in its annual Strategy Statement.	For additional information on program priorities and guidelines, visit: https://www.arc.gov/resource/application-guidance-by-project-type/	No	https://www.arc.gov/area-development-program/
New - IRA	Assistance for Latest and Zero Building Energy Code Adoption Compare	To help adopting and implementating residential building codes that meet/exceed the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, commercial building codes that meet/exceed ANSI/ASHRAE/IES standard 90.1-2019 ("Latest Building Energy Codes") and building codes that meet/exceed the zero energy provisions in the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, or equivalent ("Zero Energy Codes").	Department of Energy (DOE)	State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)	Eligible recipients include States and units of local government with the authority to adopt building codes.	Not required	$400,000,000 for states formula funding, $530 million for competitive funding	N/A	N/A	Varies by state	For states and territories: January 31, 2024 (Letter of Intent). For competitive funding: February 9, 2024 (Concept Paper); April 30, 2024 (Full Application)	This program helps states and local governments improve their building energy codes to increase efficiency and enforce cutting-edge standards.	Building affordable housing and decarbonizing buildings should work synergistically by leveraging codes, energy efficiency, and funding strategies. Updating building energy codes can enhance energy efficiency, reduce energy burdens, address split incentive situations between tenants and landlords, and make everyday living expenses more affordable for all. Learn more here: https://newbuildings.org/energy-efficiency-and-equity/	N/A	$1,000,000,000 is available through FY29 ($330,000,000 for Latest Building Energy Codes; $670,000,000 for Zero Energy Codes)	No	https://www.energy.gov/scep/technical-assistance-adoption-building-energy-codes
Existing - Constant	Assistance to High Energy Cost Communities Compare	To assist energy providers and other eligible entities in lowering energy costs for families and individuals in areas with extremely high per-household energy costs (275% of the national average or higher).	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Rural Development	Eligible areas must demonstrate annual average household energy cost exceeding 275% of the national average under benchmarks. The program finances the acquisition, construction or improvement of facilities serving eligible communities as well as equipment, materials, activities, land, right of way acquisition, professional expenses, engineering, and permitting for electric generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. This includes a carve-out for eligible tribal communities.	Not required	$10,000,000	$3,000,000	10	$1,000,000	October 31, 2023	Consider renewable facilities such as solar, wind, hydropower or biomass electric power generation water or space heating process heating and power or backup or emergency power generation or energy storage technology, including generation equipment installed on consumer premises water or space heating process heating and power. Also consider efficiency improvements and conservation measures (i.e. weatherization of residences and community facilities) and programs that encourage the use of energy-saving appliances and devices.	This program helps to offset extremely high household energy costs in areas where local conditions cause energy costs to exceed 275% of the national average. This type of assistance increases economic opportunity and the quality of life in rural communities nationwide by maintaining a seamless electric network for all Americans, regardless of where they live.	N/A	N/A	No	https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/high-energy-cost-grants
Existing - Increase	Build to Scale (B2S) Compare	To develop and support regional tech-based economic development initiatives that accelerate high quality job growth, create more economic opportunities, and support the future of the next generation of industry leading companies	Department of Commerce	Economic Development Administration (EDA)	Project eligibility specifications vary by program (Venture Challenge, Capital Challenge, and Industry Challenge).	50% cost share required	$50,000,000	$750,000 for Venture Challenge Build$2,000,000 for Venture Challenge Scale $400,000 for Capital Challenge Form $750,000 for CapitalChallenge Deploy	50	$1,000,000	July 28, 2023	This funding can support the public infrastructure needed to create new or enhance existing programs for clean energy, hydrogen, battery storage, or electric supply chain opportunities. Explore integrating new clean energy and EV supply chain manufacturing hubs/business parks into comprehensive economic development plans as part of your diversification strategy. Where possible, consider whether partnerships with universities, community college, and industry could be leveraged to launch an economic diversification and workforce development strategy to promote and enhance the growth of emerging clean energy industries and retain local talent.	This is an opportunity to enhance supply chains, attract new energy and transportation sectors, and provide job training for out of work energy and industry professionals or those looking to transition to clean energy, electrification, and EV supply chain related industries.	Unlike many EDA programs, this program does not require eligibility through regional distress criteria. Applicants should still emphasize, if possible, how such funding can be a transformative investment for their community to further technology-based economic development initiatives that accelerate high-quality job growth, create more economic opportunities, and support the future of the next generation of industry-leading companies. Public-private partnerships to accelerate entrepreneurship and company growth are also encouraged to apply.	View past Build to Scale awardees here: https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/build-to-scale/past-grantees	No	https://eda.gov/oie/buildtoscale/
Existing - Constant	Building Energy Efficiency Frontiers & Innovation Technologies (BENEFIT) Compare	To provide funds to research, develop, and validate technologies with the potential to significantly advance building decarbonization.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Building Technologies Office (BTO)	Eligible appliants include states, local governments, Indian tribes, nonprofit entities and institutions of higher education. There are four topic areas in 2024 BENEFIT FOA: 1) Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning and Water Heating; 2) Innovative, Replicable, and Low-Cost Roof and Attic Retrofits; 3) Building Resilience and Capacity Constraints; and 4) Commercial Lighting Retrofit Advancements.	20% cost share required	$30,000,000	$2,000,000	12-26	$1,500,000	December 18, 2023 (Concept Paper); March 5, 2024 (Full Application)	This program calls for new technologies that can speed the decarbonization of significant building segments and ensure emissions reductions also reduce customer energy burdens. Consideration of embodied and end-of-life emissions will strengthen applications, and some topic areas may explicitly require it.	Applicants are required to submit a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan that describes the actions the applicant will take to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, support people from groups underrepresented in STEM, advance equity, and encourage the inclusion of individuals from these groups in the project; and the extent the project activities will be located in or benefit underserved communities.	The FOA has the joint priority of making buildings more resilient, providing benefits to grid operators during periods of peak electricity demand and building occupants during grid outages and extreme weather events.	The 2024 BENEFIT FOA supports the Affordable Home Energy Shot™—one of eight Energy Earthshot™ initiatives DOE has launched—which will reduce the cost of decarbonizing affordable housing by at least 50% while lowering residents’ energy bill by at least 20% within a decade. Topics in the FOA will lead to innovations that provide whole-home integrated solutions for the equitable decarbonization of affordable housing units the Earthshot calls for.	No	https://energycommunities.gov/funding-opportunity/buildings-energy-efficiency-frontiers-innovation-technologies-benefit-2024/#:~:text=The%202024%20BENEFIT%20FOA%20will,manufacturing%20processes%2C%20and%20easier%20installation.
Existing - IIJA Increase	Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Compare	To invest in and undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks communities face from disasters and natural hazards.	Department of Homeland Security (DHS)	Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)	Local governments/municipalities are eligible to apply as sub-applicants to states. Homeowners, business operators, and non-profit organizations cannot apply directly to FEMA but can be included in a sub-application submitted by an eligible sub-applicant. Note: Applicants must have a FEMA-approved State, Local, or Tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan by the application deadline and at the time of obligation of grant funds.	25% cost share required, unless applicant is economically disadvantaged rural community or in community disaster resilience zones	$1,000,000,000	$50,000,000	N/A	N/A	February 29, 2024	BRIC is designed to advance broad, impactful, flexible, and innovative resiliency solutions that enhance the energy system and access to energy during disasters. For FY 2023, the priorities for the program are to incentivize natural hazard risk reduction activities that mitigate risk to public infrastructure and disadvantaged communities; incorporate nature-based solutions including those designed to reduce carbon emissions; enhance climate resilience and adaptation; and increase funding to applicants that facilitate the adoption and enforcement of the latest published editions of building codes. BRIC encourages hazard mitigation projects that meet multiple program priorities.	BRIC has a priority focus of benefiting disadvantaged communities, defined as those facing conditions including, but not limited to, low income, high and/or persistent poverty, high unemployment/underemployment, racial and ethnic segregation, high housing cost burdens, distressed neighborhoods, disproportionate impacts from climate change, high energy cost burden and low energy access, jobs lost from the energy transition, and limited access to healthcare. Flexible backup power solutions (i.e. local community resiliency hubs) can be deployed to support remote, marginalized residents with limited access to more centralized facilities.	State deadlines will vary for sub-applicants to be considered, typically 1-3 months prior to the FEMA deadline. Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer (SHMO) to learn about potential state deadline to plan accordingly: https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/state-contacts	In addition to project selections, the BRIC Program offers non-financial Direct Technical Assistance (DTA). Read more here: https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities/direct-technical-assistance. Awardees are eligible to recieve FEMA-subsidized, low-carbon construction materials. Read more at https://www.fema.gov/grants/policy-guidance/low-carbon-goals. See FY23 awardees here: BRIC selections - https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities/after-apply/fy-23-status; BRIC DTA selections - https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities/direct-technical-assistance/communities	No	https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities
Existing - Constant	Catalyst Program Compare	To fund economic development and infrastructure projects throughout designated counties in its 4-state service area of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont. Revolving loan funds may be used to fund workforce development and job training.	Northern Border Regional Commission	N/A	Applicants must be in an eligible county across the 4-state region: Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.	At least 20% cost share required, depending on project location	$50,000,000	$3,000,000 (infrastructure projects); $500,000 (all other projects)	N/A	N/A	Round 1: March 15, 2024 (Pre-Application) May 3, 2024 (Application, by Invitation) Round 2: September 6, 2024 (Pre-Application) October 18, 2024 (Application, by Invitation)	The program specifically highlights basic infrastructure construction and repair (efficiency retrofits, weatherization, sustainable building design, etc.), renewable energy infrastructure, and transportation infrastructure, including roads, bus stations, terminals, and refueling/charging stations. For workforce development projects, consider integrating new clean energy and EV supply chain manufacturing into regional economic development strategies. Where possible, consider whether partnerships with universities or community colleges could be leveraged to launch an economic diversification and workforce development strategy to promote and enhance the growth of emerging industries and retain local talent. The NBRC's investment priorities specifically include projects that adapt to changing climate conditions and extreme weather events.	The NBRC's priorities include projects that provide benefits to or demonstrate meaningful engagement with communities who have been under-represented in past NBRC investments. Underinvested communities include rural communities (population less than 5,000), communities of color, and tribal communities.	The Catalyst Program will prioritize funding for projects that demonstrate both readiness and projected direct impacts on the region’s economy and communities. All projects must be consistent with the economic development goals of the region and advance a combination of NBRC and member state strategic investment principles. The Catalyst Program will run two funding rounds with$30 million available in Round 1 and $20 million available in Round 2 in 2024.	NBRC investment funds originate from the Federal Government but are approved by the Federal Government’s NBRC representative (Federal Co-Chair) and the Governors of the four states. The NBRC partnership is aided by recognized Local Development Districts (LDD) that assist with technical assistance, provide information on complimentary funding opportunities for projects, and ensure consistency with administration of projects that are funded.	No	https://www.nbrc.gov/content/Catalyst
New - IRA	Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) - Implementation Compare	To implement GHG reduction programs, policies, projects, and measures identified in a Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) developed under a CPRG planning grant.	Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)	Office of Air and Radiation (OAR)	Only entities that directly received a CPRG planning grant are eligible to apply for an implementation grant.	Not required	$4,300,000,000 for general competition; $300,000,000 for Tribes and territories	$500,000,000 for general competition; $25,000,000 for Tribes and territories	115 for general competition; 100 for Tribes and territories	$37,400,000 for general competition; $3,000,000 for Tribes and territories	April 1, 2024 (general); May 1, 2024 (Tribes and territories)	This program is designed to implement ambitious measures that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond, achieve substantial community benefits, and pursue innovative policies and programs that are replicable and can be “scaled up” across multiple jurisdictions. The NOFO specifically encourages applicants to consider projects that stimulate transformation toward a decarbonized economy and demonstrate approaches that are replicable to unlock opportunities for even greater emissions reductions.	Consider prioritizing projects that are located in economically and environmentally distressed communities and maximize the long-term benefits for residents of the region. Local governments are encouraged to integrate community benefits into project scopes and milestones. The NOFO specifically calls out the goal to pursue measures that will achieve substantial community benefits (such as reduction of criteria air pollutants (CAPs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)), particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities as well as projects that incorporate high labor standards, emphasize job quality, and support equitable workforce development.	EPA will not award multiple grants to implement the same measure in the same location; therefore, communication and coordination between entities that may be considering applying to fund similar measures should occur prior to applications being submitted. See selected applications here: https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/cprg-implementation-grants-general-competition-selections	Because the State of Florida, State of Iowa, Commonwealth of Kentucky, and State of South Dakota declined to participate in the planning grant phase of this program, no state agencies, departments, or other executive branch-level offices in those 4 states can be eligible applicants for the CPRG implementation grant phase. Similarly, no local government office or air pollution control agency within those 4 states is eligible to apply under this NOFO, except for those municipalities and air agencies covered by PCAPs developed for the following MSAs: 1. Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL Metro Area 2. Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area 3. Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford, FL Metro Area 4. Jacksonville, FL Metro Area 5. North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL Metro Area 6. Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA Metro Area 7. Cedar Rapids, IA Metro Area 8. Iowa City, IA Metro Area 9. Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN Metro Area 10. Lexington-Fayette, KY Metro Area 11. Bowling Green, KY Metro Area 12. Rapid City, SD Metro Area	No	https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/cprg-implementation-grants
Existing - Increase	Community Development Block Grants - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Compare	To help cities, counties, and states recover from Presidentially-declared disasters. The grants focus on low-income areas, subject to availability of supplemental appropriations.	Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)	Community Planning and Development	Funds are awarded to state and local governments that become grantees. Those who receive grant money include state agencies, non-profit organizations, economic development agencies, citizens, and businesses. Eligible use of funds can be found here: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CDBG-DR-Policy-Guide.pdf	Not required	Depends on Stafford Act funding	Varies by city and state	Varies by city and state	Varies by city and state	As released by Congress enacting the Stafford Act after Federally Declared Disaster.	States and local governments have encountered tragic circumstances and the road to recovery is long. Given those circumstances, this adaptive funding resource arrives after the wave of initial FEMA and inter-agency "response" support and provides a longer-term, strategic set of funds for spurring physical investments that prioritize the safety and economic well-being of those most vulnerable in a community. Eligible activities for CDBG-DR can be used for both resilience, recovery and decarbonization of the building, transportation, and power service sectors through infrastructure investments. For example, deploying renewable energy and incorporating energy storage into community facilities and public institutions are suitable measures to maintain reliability. Also, consider establishing local loan loss reserves (possibly in partnership with a local Community Development Financial Institution) to support financing programs for solar energy that are accessible to members of marginalized communities	Developing the required Action Plan is a critical step in unlocking CDBG-DR funds for a local government or other qualified recipient (county/state), both procedural and distributional equity emphasis can be and should be employed as stakeholder input is gathered and integrated into the development of the plan and the future use of the CDBG-DR funds within a community. As set forth in HUD guidance, this process encourages local governments and other eligible entities to be proactive and inclusive in implementation. Per HUD's CDBG-DR Guidance, citizen participation is both encouraged and required throughout the CDBG-DR grant process. Each grantee’s Action Plan must include a Citizen Participation Plan which describes how the public will be informed and engaged throughout the grant’s lifecycle. For additional information on planning with equity in mind, check out HUD CDBG-DR's guidance: https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/cdbg-dr/resources/#equity-in-disaster-planning-and-recovery	For additional guidance, see HUD's policy guidance and fact sheet for CDBG-DR: https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CDBG-DR-Policy-Guide.pdf https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CDBG-DR-Fact-Sheet.pdf	To determine eligibility for federal disaster declaration funding, please check FEMA's website at https://www.fema.gov/disasters/disaster-declarations.	No	https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/cdbg-dr/
Existing - Increase	Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Compare	To develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons.	Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)	Community Planning and Development	CDBG funds may be used for activities that include, but are not limited to: acquisition of real property, relocation and demolition, rehabilitation of residential and non-residential structures, construction of public facilities and improvements, such as water and sewer facilities, streets, neighborhood centers, and the conversion of school buildings for eligible purposes, public services, within certain limits, activities relating to energy conservation and renewable energy resources, provision of assistance to profit-motivated businesses to carry out economic development and job creation/retention activities.	Not required	$3,330,000,000	Varies by city and state	Allocation by formula	Varies by city and state	Annual Action Plans are typically due in May for next federal fiscal year	CDBG funds remain one of the most versatile and well-known funding streams utilized by state and local governments. The ability to acquire, develop, rehabilitate, relocate real property assets in conjunction with eligibility to use funds for energy and renewable energy creates a vital, recurring and dependable source of public funds for physical assets. Local and state program administrators have significant opportunity to influence and guide funding towards: new construction of public facilities that with net-zero energy performance and resilience systems; development and implementation of energy efficiency programs for municipal buildings and more broadly to commercial and residential sectors; investment in clean energy projects serving municipal operations and essential community services; and workforce development and job training programs surrounding community solar and other renewable energy resources	A grantee must develop and follow a detailed plan which provides for, and encourages, citizen participation and which emphasizes participation by persons of low- or moderate-income, particularly residents of predominantly low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, slum or blighted areas, and areas in which the grantee proposes to use CDBG funds.	Each activity must meet one of the following national objectives for the program: benefit low- and moderate-income persons, prevention or elimination of slums or blight, or address community development needs having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community for which other funding is not available.	See here for FY23 allocations: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/budget/fy23 HUD has published a Proposed Rule which would enable much needed revisions and updates to the requirements governing the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Indian CDBG (ICDBG) programs. See here for more details: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/01/10/2024-00039/submission-for-community-development-block-grant-program-consolidated-plans-and-indian-community	No	https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/cdbg#:~:text=The%20Community%20Development%20Block%20Grant,%2D%20and%20moderate%2Dincome%20persons.
Existing - Constant	Community Facilities Program (CF) Compare	To develop community facilities that provide essential services to the local community for the orderly development of the community in a primarily rural area. Funds can be used to purchase, construct, and/or improve essential community facilities, buy equipment, or pay necessary project costs.	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Rural Development	Eligible entities limited to rural areas including cities, villages, townships, and towns including Federally Recognized Tribal Lands with no more than 20,000 residents according to the latest U.S. Census Data are eligible for this program.	25%-85% cost share required, depending on population and the median household income of the proposed rural community	Unknown	N/A	N/A	N/A	Rolling	Funding is intended to construct or renovate existing community facilities. Consider focusing on fundamental improvements to the energy efficiency and electrification of existing buildings, including weatherization of support facilities like community centers, schools, libraries, prisons, or transitional housing. Upgrading community facilities with solar plus battery storage can convert such facilities into community resiliency hubs that serve as emergency power centers and cooling centers. Community centers, libraries, schools, town halls, courthouses, and small airports could all serve in this capacity for emergencies. Similarly, consider using this funding to support resiliency through battery storage (as opposed to generators) for public safety operations and other critical facilities.	This funding directly helps rural communities that are removed from broader infrastructure systems. Enhancing community facilities to serve multiple purposes, including resiliency, is key as rural communities have less direct access to broader community health and safety services when disasters occur.	N/A	A list of prior grantees can be found here for 2020 and 2021: https://www.communitydevelopmentgrants.info/GrantDetails.aspx?gid=14925.	No	https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/community-facilities-direct-loan-grant-program
Existing - Decrease	Community Project Funding (CPF) Compare	To support a broad array of projects for infrastructure and community development to meet local and regional needs.	United States Congress	U.S. House of Representatives	Members of Congress may submit 15 qualified local projects to be considered by the Appropriations Committee. Among other requirements, Members must identify the "federal nexus" authorizing each project and demonstrate each project's merit and community support. For-profit entities and commemorative projects are ineligible for CPF. Each project must be for the current fiscal year only and cannot include multiyear funding.	Varies	No more than 0.5% of discretionary spending	N/A	N/A	N/A	Varies by committee, but typically in late March each year. Requests are typically sought months sooner by Congressional offices.	While not explicitly oriented toward clean energy and climate action, CPF is a general source of funding that may be used to advance such projects. Accordingly, you have ample leeway to use CPF to meet your city’s needs. Projects funded in recent years include floating solar, heat pump campaigns, solar workforce training, and community cooling. To learn more about these examples, check out: https://cityrenewables.org/funding-guidance/understanding-available-funding/community-project-funding-for-local-climate-action/	This flexible program can help transform communities and create broad economic opportunity. Consult disadvantaged and vulnerable community groups to ensure your funding is allocated most equitably.	While planning projects are eligible for funding, CPF prioritizes projects that are "shovel-ready" and "shovel-worthy." Coordinate early with congressional representatives to ensure that projects are aligned with their priorities, as well as community needs. Given the current political leadership in the House of Representatives, applicants may benefit by framing their projects as tangible, community-supported, and rational from a cost-benefit perspective. For additional insights into this process, check out: https://rmi.org/need-help-advancing-local-climate-action/	CPF is similar to ""earmarks,"" which were discontinued in 2009. This program is subject to congressional direction, rules, requirements, and process may evolve each year. For example, the Republican majority substantially redesigned the program for FY24. Note: Some representatives have abstained from participating in this request process. Check with your representative to confirm their participation and process. Funded projects can be found here: https://www.gao.gov/tracking-funds	No	https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/cpf/
Existing - Constant	Congressionally Directed Spending Compare	To support a broad array of projects for infrastructure and community development to meet local and regional needs.	United States Congress	U.S. Senate	Members of Congress may submit 15 qualified local projects to be considered by the Appropriations Committee. Among other requirements, Members must demonstrate each project's community support. For-profit entities and commemorative projects are ineligible for CPF. Each project must be for the current fiscal year only and cannot include multiyear funding.	Varies	No more than 1% of discretionary spending	N/A	N/A	N/A	Varies by committee, but typically in April each year. Requests may be sought sooner by Congressional offices.	While not explicitly oriented toward clean energy and climate action, CPF is a general source of funding that may be used to advance such projects. Accordingly, you have ample leeway to use CPF to meet your city’s needs. Projects funded in recent years include floating solar, heat pump campaigns, solar workforce training, and community cooling. To learn more about these examples, check out: https://cityrenewables.org/funding-guidance/understanding-available-funding/community-project-funding-for-local-climate-action/	This flexible program can help transform communities and create broad economic opportunity. Consult disadvantaged and vulnerable community groups to ensure your funding is allocated most equitably.	While planning projects are eligible for funding, CPF prioritizes projects that are "shovel-ready" and "shovel-worthy." Coordinate early with congressional representatives to ensure that projects are aligned with their priorities, as well as community needs. For additional insights into this process, check out: https://rmi.org/need-help-advancing-local-climate-action/	CPF is similar to "earmarks," which were discontinued in 2009. This program is subject to congressional direction, rules, requirements, and process may evolve each year. For example, the Republican majority substantially redesigned the program for FY24. Note: Some representatives have abstained from participating in this request process. Check with your representative to confirm their participation and process. Funded projects can be found here: https://appropriations.house.gov/fiscal-year-2024-member-request-guidance	No	https://www.appropriations.senate.gov/fy-2024-appropriations-requests-and-congressionally-directed-spending
New	Coordination of Energy Retrofitting Assistance for Schools (Energy Act) Compare	To review federal opportunities and programs for schools and provide streamlined communication and technical assistance for states, local education agencies, local governments and non-profits on developing and financing renewable energy, energy efficiency, and energy retrofits. Will include development of a single resource website.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible entities include tribal schools and universities, a postsecondary vocational institution, higher education schools, and schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Education.	Not required	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	No new funding opportunities will be available for schools immediately. However, increased federal support for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofit projects at schools is a long-term goal of the coordination effort. Decarbonization strategies at this time may include project planning for future funding opportunities and technical assistance for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofit projects at schools.	Consider prioritizing schools and educational institutions that serve disadvantaged students, as appropriate. This may include criteria based on local indoor and outdoor air quality, percentage of students receiving free or reduced lunch, schools in areas with high rates of childhood asthma and other health metrics, and other criteria as appropriate.	Long-term goals include more effective use of federal opportunities, partnerships with state and local entities to support the initiation of projects, and technical assistance for States, local educational agencies, and schools to help develop and finance energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofitting projects.	This effort is intended to increase the accessibility of existing federal programs for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy retrofitting projects for schools. It will not result in new funding opportunities for schools immediately, but aims to increase coordination, education, and outreach from existing federal programs for schools from the USDA, DOE, Treasury, the IRS, the EPA, and other appropriate federal entities.	No	https://www.energy.senate.gov/services/files/32B4E9F4-F13A-44F6-A0CA-E10B3392D47A
New	Decarbonization of Water Resource Recovery Facilities Compare	To fund research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) activities to decarbonize the entire life cycle of Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRFs). Two topic areas are the decarbonization of WRRF unit processes and reducing overall greenhouse GHG emissions from WRRFs.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible applicants include WRRF partners (municipal utilities, tribal councils, regional sanitary authorities, or other governmental entities with direct responsibility for organic waste treatment and management), for-profit entities, non-profit entities, and state, local, and tribal government entities. Eligible funding subrecipients include National Laboratories, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), institutions of higher education, and federal agencies and instrumentalities (other than DOE).	20-50% cost share required, depending on subtopic	$23,000,000	Up to $2,500,000 for projects decarbonizing WRRF unit processes; up to $4,000,000 for projects reducing overall GAG emissions from WRRFs	4-5 awards for projects decarbonizing WRRF unit processes; 3 awards for projects reducing overall GAG emissions from WRRFs	$3,000,000	January 27, 2023 (Concept Paper); April 3, 2023 (Full Application)	This program focuses on the decarbonization of the water treatment sector and requires GHG reductions of 50% minimum assessed at the unit process level, or 25% minimum assessed at the overall plant level. Local governments can leverage this fund to replace the aging aerations with more energy-efficient models or upgrade the traditional sludge handling methods with novel processes.	A Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan is required for each application. Consider prioritizing water treatment facilities located in underserved communities to bring the benefits of decarbonization to local residents. Consider partnering with students, researchers, and staff in Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) to provide employment and/or educational opportunities for underrepresented students or groups. MSIs include Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, Tribal Colleges and Universities, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Institutions, etc.	N/A	The awards will be issued as cooperative agreements with a period of performance of three to five years.		https://www.energy.gov/eere/amo/water-resource-recovery-facilities-funding-opportunity
Existing - Constant	Disaster Recovery (DR) Supplemental Funding Compare	To help communities and regions devise and implement long-term economic recovery strategies through a variety of non-construction and construction projects.	Department of Commerce	Economic Development Administration (EDA)	Projects must be in areas where a Presidential declaration of a major disaster was issued under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act as a result of natural disasters occurring in the calendar year 2018, and tornadoes and floods occurring in the calendar year 2019.	Minimum cost share of 20%, varying based on level of economic distress	$587,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	Rolling	Projects must address local and/or regional economic development needs and priorities. When aligning decarbonization strategies with economic development needs, consider planning to rebuild/enhance public transit system resiliency and access to major commercial centers and emerging economic hubs; providing weatherization and energy storage solutions to enhance the resiliency of grocery stores, shops, and other businesses to reduce interruptions to business operations; and adapting large commercial areas (i.e. shopping malls) into resiliency hubs/shelters with on-site solar and energy storage. EDA also funds strategic planning grants to develop, update, or refine a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to alleviate long-term economic deterioration or other economic disruptions. This is an opportunity for communities to update how energy and transportation systems are supporting the goods, services, and jobs of the region.	Communities in transition due to closing industries, major technological changes, or repeated disasters can use this funding to reduce burdens on historically marginalized communities especially. Focusing clean energy solutions like solar plus storage on localized grocery stores and other shops can help support businesses and residents during future disasters.	EDA encourages the submission of applications based on long-term, regionally oriented, coordinated and collaborative economic development or redevelopment strategies that foster economic growth and resilience. EDA will regard applications that are substantively supported by such strategies as more competitive, while applications for rebuilding damaged infrastructure that are not demonstrably supported by or otherwise related to a long-term plan for economic growth and resilience will not be considered competitive. Reaching out to EDA regional contacts can help ensure that your project is eligible for funding and in line with EDA regional priorities.	To determine eligibility for federal disaster declaration funding, please check FEMA's website at https://www.fema.gov/disasters/disaster-declarations.	No	https://www.eda.gov/funding/funding-opportunities/fiscal-year-2023-disaster-supplemental
New	Drivers and Environmental Impacts of Energy Transitions in Underserved Communities Compare	To engage in community-driven research that will address the drivers and environmental impacts of energy transitions in underserved communities.	Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)	Office of Science Advisor, Policy and Engagement (OSAPE), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Program	Nonprofit institutions/organizations, public and private institutions of higher education, and hospitals located in the U.S. and its territories or possessions; state and local governments; Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments; and U.S. territories or possessions are eligible to apply.	Not required	$10,000,000	$1,125,000	6	N/A	April 28, 2022	The program seeks to address the following research areas: 1) Understanding how air quality, the environment, and public health in underserved communities might be improved through the transformations of the energy sector; 2) approaches or strategies to ensure that energy transitions provide air quality benefits and reduce environmental risks while meeting the energy and mobility needs of underserved communities; 3) Understanding how socioeconomic, cultural, behavioral, institutional, and systems factors drive individual and household decisions and impact decision-making regarding the adoption of renewable energy sources, energy-efficient technologies and building modifications, and new transportation modes in underserved communities;and 4) Identifying and evaluating potential multi-pollutant and/or multi-sectoral approaches to achieve climate, air quality, and other environmental goal.	For purposes of this competition and the evaluation of applications, “underserved communities” refers to populations sharing a particular characteristic, as well as geographic communities, that have been systematically denied a full opportunity to participate in aspects of economic, social, and civic life, including people of color, low income, rural, tribal, indigenous, and other populations that may be disproportionately impacted by environmental harms and risks.	See awardees here: https://www.epa.gov/research-grants/drivers-and-environmental-impacts-energy-transitions-underserved-communities-grants	In addition to regular awards, this solicitation includes the opportunity for early career awards. The purpose of the early career award is to fund research projects smaller in scope and budget by early career PIs.	No	https://www.epa.gov/research-grants/drivers-and-environmental-impacts-energy-transitions-underserved-communities
Existing - Increase	Electric Infrastructure Loan & Loan Guarantee Program (LGP) Compare	To finance the construction of electric distribution, transmission, and generation facilities, including system improvements and replacement required to furnish and improve electric service in rural areas, as well as demand-side management, energy conservation programs, and on-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems.	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Rural Development	Check with a General Field Representative (GFR) to determine whether the proposed service area qualifies as rural. Funds may be used to finance: - Maintenance, Upgrades, Expansion, Replacement of distribution, sub transmission and headquarters (service, warehouse) facilities - Energy efficiency - Renewable energy systems	Not required	Loan Guarantees up to 100%	None	25	$45,700,000	Rolling	Consider utilizing this loan guarantee program for financing rural on-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems, smart meters for demand-side management, and building electrical upgrades for electrification.	See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	N/A	N/A	No	https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/electric-infrastructure-loan-loan-guarantee-program
New - IIJA	Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Capitalization Grant Program (State Energy Program) Compare	To provide capitalization grants to states to establish a revolving loan fund under which the state shall provide loans and grants for energy efficiency audits, upgrades, and retrofits to increase energy efficiency and improve the comfort of buildings.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)	Eligible uses include residential and commercial energy audits, upgrades, and retrofits. 40% of capitalization grants will be allocated, by formula, to states eligible for funding under the State Energy Program. 60% will be allocated to the 15 states with highest per-capita residential and commercial sector energy consumption or the highest annual per capita energy-related carbon emissions.	Not required	$250,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	Typically in April each year	Many of the programs funded through this program (namely, energy audits) are essential to ensure that retrofits are necessary and effective.	A state that receives a capitalization grant may use up to 25% of funds to provide grants or technical assistance to eligible entities. Eligible entities include businesses with fewer than 500 employees and low-income owners of residential buildings.	N/A	See Program Year (PY) 2024 SEP state formula allocations here: https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2024-04/state-energy-program-notice-24-02.pdf	No	https://www.energy.gov/bil/energy-efficiency-revolving-loan-fund-capitalization-grant-program
New - IIJA	Energy Future Grants (EFG) Compare	To provide financial and technical assistance to support innovative – novel or early action – clean energy planning to benefit disadvantaged communities.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)	Eligible applicants are local governments, states, territories, and tribes. Example topic areas include transportation, power sector, and buildings.	Not required	$27,000,000	$500,000	50	$540,000	November 10, 2023	Example projects include those 1) support the reduction of the energy intensity or greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, 2) scale innovations in the power sector through distributed energy delivery models that emphasize demand flexibility and expand the use of zero-carbon fuels, clean energy siting, or procurement strategies, and 3) develop innovative solutions for building retrofit programs or performance standards to drive resilience, electrification, and decarbonization in the building sector.	All selected projects need to benefit disadvantaged communities. Communities are considered disadvantaged if they are in census tracts that meet the thresholds for at least one of the categories of burden (climate change, energy, workforce, water and wastewater, transportation, health, housing, legacy pollution) and are low-income, or are located on land belonging to Federally Recognized Tribes.	It is suggested that applicants include at least 3-4 or more of these governmental partners (e.g., a state and three cities in the states, several cities in a region, and a city and multiple tribes, etc.) in their applications. Applicants are encouraged to partner to form multijurisdictional teams and with community-based organizations (CBOs), academia, utilities, and/or non-profit entities.	DOE will award $37 million in funding in two phases. Phase 1: $27 million over 12-18 months in this funding opportunity. Phase 2: $10M over 2 years in a future funding opportunity (Successful Phase 1 awardees will compete for awards of up to $1 million).	No	https://energycommunities.gov/funding-opportunity/energy-future-grants-efg-creating-a-community-led-energy-future/
New	Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas Compare	To help deploy community-driven clean energy solutions in rural and remote areas across the country.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED)	Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, for-profit and non-profit organizations, state, local governments, and Tribal Nations, incorporated and unincorporated consortia.	Not required	$50,000,000	$5,000,000	10-100	$909,091	July 13, 2023 (Pre-Application); October 12, 2023 (Full Application)	This program will fund projects that advance one or more of the following resilient clean energy objectives: Improving overall cost-effectiveness of energy generation, transmission, or distribution systems; Siting or upgrading transmission and distribution lines; Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from energy generation in rural or remote areas; Providing or modernizing electric generation facilities; Developing microgrids; and, Increasing energy efficiency.	Rural communities are often left behind in energy transition conversations. Particularly with projects that require siting within a community, it is important to engage relevant groups early and provide residents with appropriate opportunities to weigh in on project decisions that impact their communities. See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	If awarded, this grant could be prepared with recent IRA tax incentives to further reduce the cost of a clean energy installation. Additionally, the inclusion of energy efficiency in the eligible projects means that applicants could take advantage of the benefits of energy efficiency upgrades to reduce carbon emissions, even where clean energy projects and transmission upgrades are less politically feasible.	$200,000,000 appropriated annually for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 (to remain available until expended) See past awardees here: https://www.energy.gov/oced/energy-improvements-rural-or-remote-areas-selections-award-negotiations	No	https://www.energy.gov/oced/grant-funding-notice-energy-improvements-rural-or-remote-areas#:~:text=Community-driven%20clean%20energy%20projects%20of%20at%20least%20%24500%2C000,energy%20generation%20in%20a%20rural%20or%20remote%20community.
Existing - Increase	Forest Economy Program (FEP) Compare	To assist rural communities, institutes of higher education and research, and economic development organizations in their efforts to transition the forest-based industry and its workforce to a focus on new technologies and viable business models across the 4-state region of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.	Northern Border Regional Commission	N/A	Applicants must be in an eligible county across the 4-state region: Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.	20-50% cost share required, depending on county economic status	$4,000,000	$1,000,000	N/A	N/A	Fall 2024: September 6, 2024 (Pre-Application); October 18, 2024 (Full Application)	Program focuses on forest industry and associated workforce development. This includes new technology and innovations that seek to find new uses for forest products and evolve traditional forest economy business models into those that can create sustainable future commercial markets and opportunities. Decarbonization options may include, where appropriate, carbon sequestration and offset projects, use of biomass/wood products for energy and heat, and improvements to energy efficiency and resilience of forest industrial operations, downstream businesses, and related operations.	The Commission is required to annually assess the level of socioeconomic distress among the counties in its service area. Counties are designated as either Distressed, Transitional, or Attainment. “Distressed” counties are those that “have high rates of poverty, unemployment, or outmigration” and “are the most severely and persistently economic distressed and underdeveloped.” The NBRC is required to allocate 50% of total Appropriations to projects in counties falling within this designation. Commission grants within Distressed Counties only require a 20% match.	Unlike other NBRC programs, this program emphasizes the regional significance of a project and its context within the broader regional economy. Applicants should state whether (and if so, how) the project is complementary to a comprehensive regional plan, and/or statewide economic development priorities.	Formerly the Regional Forest Economy Partnership Program (RFEP). Past projects include conversion of former mill sites into industrial parks and business incubators, construction of workforce housing, adaptive reuses of historic properties, and upgraded facilities to support forestry businesses. For more information on prior awardees, see here: https://www.nbrc.gov/userfiles/files/2021_RFEP_Documents/Regional%20Forest%20Economy%20Partnership%20Awards.pdf	No	https://www.nbrc.gov/content/FEP
Existing - Constant	Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Compare	To reduce vulnerability of communities, promotes individual and community safety and resiliency, lessens response and recovery needs, results in safer communities.	Department of Homeland Security (DHS)	Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)	Local governments are eligible to apply as sub applicants to states. Primary applicants must have a FEMA-approved mitigation plan.	Typically, 25% cost share required	Subject to a sliding scale formula based on the estimated total cost of disaster assistance.	N/A	N/A	N/A	Within 12 months of the date of the presidential major disaster declaration.	HMGP may fund a range of projects to mitigate risk. To enhance energy system resiliency, consider prioritizing building retrofits for weatherization or adding solar plus battery storage at critical facilities and community hubs as well as building out localized energy storage and/or microgrid facilities in partnership with utilities to reduce the risk of failure. Undergrounding transmission and distribution system wiring can also reduce the risk of electric failure and reduce the reliance on generators.	If certain pockets of your community are repeatedly impacted by natural disasters, consider prioritizing flexible backup power generation solutions like solar plus battery storage at community hubs closer to the more vulnerable populations.	States with enhanced mitigations plans can qualify for up to 20% of the cost/assistance needed, not to exceed $35.3 billion.	Contacting the State Hazard Mitigation Officer (SHMO), or equivalent representative for a respective tribal government (federally recognized) or territory can be helpful in choosing which hazards pose the greatest threat and determining the best strategy for mitigation. For local governments, please contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer to learn about the applicant’s priorities, deadlines, and additional requirements. Awardees are eligible to recieve FEMA-subsidized, low-carbon construction materials. Read more at https://www.fema.gov/grants/policy-guidance/low-carbon-goals. To determine eligibility for federal disaster declaration funding, please check FEMA's website at https://www.fema.gov/disasters/disaster-declarations.	No	https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/hazard-mitigation
New	Healthy Homes and Weatherization Cooperation Demonstration Program Compare	To support demonstrations in up to 6 communities that are served by both a HUD-funded LHC program and a DOE-funded WAP to demonstrate the potential advantages of the coordination of home intervention services.	Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)	Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH)	Only current holders of an active DOE Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant, WAP subgrant (not a contract or partnership) or a HUD Healthy Homes Production (HHP) grant (not an HHP sub-grantee, contract, or partnership) are eligible to apply for this HHWCD grant program.	Not required	$6,206,455	$1,000,000	6	$1,034,409	August 13, 2024	Consider prioritizing building electrification efforts (i.e., induction stovetops and heat pumps for space and water heating) that overlap with both energy conservation measures and health improvements by decreasing indoor air pollution from natural gas combustion.	Consider addressing the disparities in both energy burden and indoor air quality by prioritizing building electrification. Direct subsidization is likely required given the upfront cost premiums of building electrification. This program offers 2 points for Minority Serving Institutions.	N/A	Program funding expires in 2024.	No	https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/cfo/gmomgmt/grantsinfo/fundingopps/FY24HHWCD
New - IRA	Home Efficiency Rebate Program (State Energy Program) Compare	To help State Energy Offices develop and implement HOMES programs rebating homeowners and aggregators undertaking whole-house, energy-saving retrofits. States may use up to 20% of funds for administrative purposes.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)	States must create a plan for providing rebates to consumers for increasing their energy savings by more than 20%. States must include a plan for community engagement, home assessments, funding for low-income households, data collection and evaluation and delivering rebates to eligible applicants.	Not required	$4,300,000,000 through FY31	$8,000 per rebate recipient	N/A	N/A	January 31, 2025	This program provides a unique opportunity to pay for whole-house efficiency retrofits. 20-35% building-wide savings triggers a rebate up to $2,000/unit or 50% of project costs, whichever is less (increased to $4,000 and 80%, respectively, for LMI households). 35%+ building-wide savings triggers a rebate up to $4,000 or 50% of project costs, whichever is less (increased to $8,000 and 80%, respectively, for LMI households).	This program can be used to increase the efficiency of low-income households, reducing bills, and providing weatherization that can improve the health and comfort of eligible residents. States may increase the maximum rebate amount available to low-income households, upon approval from DOE.	Local governments should work with State Energy Offices to ensure rebate funds are seamlessly disbursed and able to be blended with existing non-federal incentive programs.	This program cannot be combined with other federal rebate programs but it can be combined with 25C, the home efficiency tax credit.	No	https://www.energy.gov/scep/home-energy-rebate-program
New - IRA	Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate Program (State Energy Program) Compare	To help State Energy Offices develop and implement programs in which eligible, income-qualified electrification projects will be rebated at the point of sale. States may use up to 20% of funds for administrative purposes.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)	Eligible purchases include heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, heat pump dryers, electric stoves/ranges/ovens, electric load service center upgrades, insulation, air sealing, ventilation, and electric wiring. This program covers 100% of project costs (up to $14,000) for low-income households and 50% (up to $14,000) for moderate-income households.	Not required	$4,275,000,000 through FY31	$14,000 per rebate recipient	N/A	N/A	January 31, 2025 (Full Funding Application) May 31, 2024 (Early Administrative Funding)	This program funds a variety of rebates on electric appliances and efficient building materials that can be combined with existing programs to increase the market for efficient electric technologies. Eligible appliances include heat pump water heaters, heat pump for heating and cooling, electric stoves, cooktops, range oven, heat pump clothes dryer. Eligible building materials include electric load service center, insulation, air sealing, ventilation, and electric wiring.	This program can be used to increase the efficiency of low-income households, reducing bills, and providing weatherization that can improve the health and comfort of eligible residents. This program is income-qualified, such that those making 80-150% of AMI are rebated up to 50% of project costs and those making less than 80% of AMI are rebated up to 100%.	This program cannot be combined with other federal rebate programs but it can be combined with 25C, the home efficiency tax credit. Early administrative funding is available for SEOs to begin planning their programs. SEOs are eligible to recieve up to 2.5% of their total allocations.	This program cannot be combined with other federal rebate programs but it can be combined with 25C, the home efficiency tax credit. Early administrative funding is available for SEOs to begin planning their programs. SEOs are eligible to recieve up to 2.5% of their total allocations. See the tracker of states that submitted applications: https://www.energy.gov/save/rebates. See a list of resources available for states and Tribes here: https://www.energy.gov/scep/articles/doe-releases-new-application-design-and-implementation-resources.	No	https://www.energy.gov/scep/home-energy-rebate-programs
Existing - Constant	HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Compare	To provide formula grants to states and localities to fund a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people.	Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)	Community Planning and Development	Participating jurisdictions may choose among a broad range of eligible activities, using HOME funds to provide home purchase or rehabilitation financing assistance to eligible homeowners and new homebuyers; build or rehabilitate housing for rent or ownership; or for "other reasonable and necessary expenses related to the development of non-luxury housing."	25% cost share required	Varies	States receive no less than $3,000,000	Varies by state	Varies by state	Rolling	Consider integrating rooftop solar, efficient electric appliances, weatherization, demand management, and other related distributed energy resources to reduce energy costs and emissions when building new and/or rehabilitating current affordable housing.	Consider prioritizing the distributed energy resource solutions that have the largest reduction on occupants' energy burden. The program's formula allocation considers the relative inadequacy of each jurisdiction's housing supply, its incidence of poverty, its fiscal distress, and other factors.	States are automatically eligible for HOME funds and receive either their formula allocation or $3 million, whichever is greater. Local jurisdictions are also eligble for formula funding. See here for full list of allocations: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/home	n/a	No	https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/home
Existing - Increase	Housing Preservation Grants (HPG) Compare	To assist rental property owners and cooperative housing complexes in repairing and rehabilitating units made available to low- and very low-income rural citizens.	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Rural Development	Applicants must have the necessary background and experience with proven ability to perform the responsibility of repair and rehabilitation of low-income housing. Eligible areas include rural areas and towns with 20,000 or fewer people, and Federally Recognized Tribal lands.	Not required	$12,200,000	$50,000 for Presidentially Declared Disaster Areas	80-120	$122,000	July 29, 2024	Consider reviewing state LIHEAP eligible use guidelines. While energy bill assistance will remain the priority, consider whether energy efficiency improvements (particularly of furnace, water heater, or AC replacement) could be further expanded. Focus on improvements that will create safer, more efficient living environments by replacing old wiring, improving insulation, and installing high efficiency heating and cooling systems, including heat pumps. Not only will this improve the health and safety of the house, but it will help low-income households save money with more energy efficiency.	Program is exclusively for low-income families and households in rural and Tribal communities.	To assist with any inquiries and/or resources in your area, please see the Rural Development State Office for your state. Eligible expenses include repairing or replacing electrical wiring, foundations, roofs, insulation, heating systems and water/waste disposal systems; handicap accessibility features; labor and materials; administrative expenses etc.	$2.2 million of this funding is reserved for disaster assistance. Check the eligible rural areas here: http://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/	No	https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/single-family-housing-programs/housing-preservation-grants
Existing - Increase	Hydroelectric Efficiency Improvement Incentives Compare	To provide incentives for improvements to hydroelectric facilities that increase their efficiency by at least 3%.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible applicants include any owners or operators of hydroelectric facilities at existing dams. Eligible projects include capital improvements to the facilities that are directly related to improving the efficiency.	70% cost share required	$75,000,000	$5,000,000	N/A	N/A	June 20, 2023	Consider improvements that increase the efficiency and resilience of facilities, if possible. Other options may include the potential to co-locate other renewable energy sources at hydroelectric facilities.	See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law states that payments shall not exceed 30% of the costs of the applicable capital improvement. A single qualified hydroelectric facility, including pumped storage hydropower, may only receive one incentive payment from this program within a single fiscal year, and that payment shall not exceed $5 million.	Funded projects can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/gdo/hydroelectric-efficiency-improvement-incentive-selections	No	https://www.energy.gov/eere/water/section-243-hydroelectric-efficiency-improvement-incentives-program
New	Industrial Demonstrations Program Compare	To fund projects that focus on the highest emitting and hardest to abate industries where decarbonization technologies can have the greatest impact: iron and steel, cement and concrete, chemicals and refining, food and beverage, paper and forest products, aluminum, other energy-intensive manufacturing industries and cross-cutting technologies.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED)	Recipients may inlcude Technology Developers, Industry, Manufacturers, Universities, National Laboratories, Engineering and Construction firms, State and Local Governments, Environmental Groups, and Community Based Organizations. Projects must achieve emissions reduction in high emissions industrial materials production processes.	50% cost share required	$6,300,000,000	Depends on topic, maximum ranges from $75,000,000 to $500,000,000	22-65	N/A	April 21, 2023 (Concept Paper); August 11, 2023 (Full Application)	To qualify, projects must achieve emissions reductions, leverage smart manufacturing technologies and principles, digital manufacturing technologies, and advanced data analytics, leverage the principles of sustainable manufacturing to minimize the potential negative environmental impacts, and/or increase the energy efficiency of industrial processes.	DOE will prioritize projects with complete community benefits plans that have been tailored through substantial engagement with local and regional stakeholders, as well as labor unions and Tribal Nations across the project lifecycle, supporting environmental justice and economic opportunity for local communities.	Read FAQ on concept paper feedback here: https://www.energy.gov/oced/industrial-demonstrations-program-notifications	N/A	No	https://www.energy.gov/oced/industrial-demonstrations-program
Existing - Constant	Innovative Energy Loan Guarantee Program (Title 17) Compare	To eliminate gaps in commercial financing for energy projects in the United States that utilize innovative technology to reduce, avoid, or sequester greenhouse gas emissions and support clean energy deployment and energy infrastructure reinvestment in the United States. LPO can provide first-of-a-kind projects and other high-impact, energy-related ventures with access to debt capital and flexible financing that private lenders cannot provide.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Loans Program Office (LPO)	Eligible projects must satisfy all four of the following basic eligibility requirements: Innovative Technology, Greenhouse Gas Benefits, Located in the United States, and Reasonable Prospect of Repayment.	Not required	$4,500,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	Rolling	Consider utilizing loan guarantees to finance advanced grid integration, energy storage, on-site and off-site renewable energy, and electrification and energy efficiency improvements in residential and commercial buildings.	See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/	Detailed program guidance is available here: https://www.energy.gov/lpo/articles/program-guidance-title-17-clean-energy-program	N/A	No	https://www.energy.gov/lpo/renewable-energy-efficient-energy-projects-loan-guarantees
Existing - Increase	Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) (American Rescue Plan Act) Compare	To provide assistance to low-income households for home energy heating and cooling costs. These entities set program guidelines and work with local providers to implement services. These program guidelines include income limits and what services may qualify (e.g., direct bill assistance with heating and cooling, weatherization, furnace or AC replacement).	Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)	Office of Community Services (OCS)	Eligible projects include income limits that are set federally (must target households with incomes no greater than 150% of the federal poverty guidelines of 60% of the state median income), beyond this state grantees set program guidelines. These program guidelines include income limits and what services may qualify (e.g., direct bill assistance with heating and cooling, weatherization, furnace or AC replacement). There is also a carve-out for Tribal communities.	Not required	$3,600,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	The primary purpose of LIHEAP is to assist to low-income households in covering home heating and cooling costs. LIHEAP programs are determined by the state, but generally cover direct bill assistance for home heating and cooling costs and certain low-cost energy efficiency measures. Within this program intent, decarbonization strategies may include measures that reduce household energy consumption, including additional energy efficiency improvements, water heater or furnace replacements, or educational materials that may be developed and distributed to LIHEAP recipients.	According to federal LIHEAP guidelines, state grantees must target benefits to households with low incomes. They must cap LIHEAP income-eligibility at (1) no more than the greater of 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) or 60 percent of the State Median Income; and (2) no less than 110 percent of FPG. They must also give higher benefits to households with the greatest home energy need in relation to household income and number of household members. Grantees also must target benefits to households with members who are elderly, disabled, and/or a young child. The target population of LIHEAP are households who struggle to cover home energy and cooling costs and those with large energy burdens. Beyond these guidelines, state grantees may choose to incorporate other equity metrics. Where appropriate, policymakers may consider the indoor and outdoor air quality improvements that may be associated with reduced energy usage, as well as historic levels of investment in different areas. These may be determined by fuel type, building age, renter/owner status that may contribute to the energy efficiency gap, and other factors.	See program timeline here: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/policy-guidance/liheap-grantee-deadlines	A 2020 HHS Report to Congress on LIHEAP may be viewed here: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ocs/rpt_liheap_congressional_request_for_formula_analysis_fy2020_final.pdf A 2019 Congressional Research Service report on the LIHEAP formula may be viewed here: https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL33275.pdf	No	https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap
Existing - Decrease	Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Compare	To support economic diversity, enhanced job training and re-employment opportunities, create jobs in existing or new industries, and attract new sources of investment in communities affected by job losses in coal mining, coal power plant operations, and coal-related supply chain industries.	Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)	N/A	Applicants must be in an eligible Appalachian county across the 13-state region: https://www.arc.gov/Appalachian-counties-served-by-arc/	Minimum 20% cost share required	$65,000,000	$2,000,000; $2,500,000 for broadband projects; $50,000 for planning	N/A	N/A	March 1, 2024 (Letter of Intent); April 17, 2024 (Full Application)	POWER grants help communities develop new supply chains, clean energy manufacturing, and workforce training. Consider using planning funding to build partnerships to train contractors for deep efficiency and electrification retrofits for commercial and residential buildings. Recent awardees have included projects for sustainable jobs, solar energy training and deployment, bike trail networks, HVAC and electrical engineering skills training, and other energy, economic diversification, and workforce development-related initiatives.	This program helps communities recover from declines in coal and manufacturing sectors and transition to new industries. The ARC may prioritize its funding and match rates based on levels of economic distress: https://www.arc.gov/match-requirements-for-arc-grants/	Partnerships that leverage existing educational programs or industry collaborations are heavily encouraged. Regional consortia and public-private partnerships are viewed particularly favorably and also highlight a range of strengths and non-federal leverage. Consider inviting ARC staff to participate in specific roundtables or community events with your regional team to get their input directly as you build momentum for funding support.	FY2022 awards can be found here highlighting a wide range of workforce, decarbonization, and resiliency goals: https://www.arc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/POWER-Award-Summaries-by-State-as-of-December-2022.pdf FY2023 awards: https://www.arc.gov/news/arc-awards-nearly-54-million-to-advance-economic-diversification-in-appalachias-coal-impacted-communities/	No	https://www.arc.gov/grants-and-opportunities/power/#:~:text=The%20Partnerships%20for%20Opportunity%20and%20Workforce%20and%20Economic,to%20the%20changing%20economics%20of%20America%E2%80%99s%20energy%20production.
Existing - Constant	Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program (LTA) Compare	To support economic development, foster job creation, and attract private investment in economically distressed areas by creating and implementing regional economic development plans to build capacity and guide prosperity and resilience.	Department of Commerce	Economic Development Administration (EDA)	Requirements vary by the two programs in this opportunity: the planning program and the local assistance program. Note that eligible applicants for Partnership Planning awards are limited to EDA-designated District Organizations and Indian Tribes; other entities are not eligible for Partnership Planning awards.	50% cost share required with exceptions for regions of economic distress	$33,000,000 for planning grants; $10,000,000 for local technical assistance program	$300,000	320-450 planning grants; 30-50 local assistance grants	$70,000 for planning grants; $100,000 for local assistance grants	Rolling through FY23	This assistance can help communities create tangible strategies to prepare for new supply chains, clean energy manufacturing, and workforce training. Consider using planning funding to build partnerships that can accelerate the development of trained contractors for deep efficiency and electrification retrofits for commercial and residential buildings.	This is an opportunity to enhance supply chains, attract new energy and transportation sectors, and provide job training for out of work energy and industry professionals and/or those looking to transition to clean energy and EV supply chain related industries. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemployed and underemployed in the Nation’s most economically distressed regions.	Under the Planning program, EDA makes Partnership Planning, Short-Term Planning, and State Planning awards to eligible recipients to create and implement regional economic development plans designed to build capacity and guide the economic prosperity and resiliency of an area or region. More specifically, EDA makes Partnership Planning investments to designated planning organizations (i.e., District Organizations) serving EDA-designated Economic Development Districts and to Indian Tribes to facilitate the development, implementation, revision, or replacement of Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS), which articulate and prioritize the strategic economic goals of recipients’ respective regions. Under the Local Technical Assistance program, EDA makes awards to strengthen the capacity of local or State organizations, institutions of higher education, and other eligible entities to undertake and promote effective economic development programs through projects such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans, and project planning.	N/A	No	https://www.eda.gov/funding/programs/local-technical-assistance
Existing - IIJA Increase	Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) Compare	To improve facilities within, or outside of and directly related to operations of or an intermodal connection to, coastal seaports, inland river ports, and Great Lakes ports.	Department of Transportation (DOT)	Maritime Administration	Eligible applicants include a port authority, a commission or its subdivision or agent under existing authority, a State or political subdivision of a State or local government, a Tribal government, a public agency or publicly-chartered authority established by one or more States, a special purpose district with a transportation function, a multistate or multijurisdictional group of entities, or a lead entity described above jointly with a private entity or group of private entities.	20% cost share required except for rural or small port projects	$450,000,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	May 10, 2024	PIDP grants can improve port infrastructure, including intermodal connections, or reduce or eliminate pollutants and greenhouse gas emission. This program focuses on infrastructure enhancements that directly impact port operations. Consider projects that support freight and port vehicle fleet electrification, port resiliency with battery storage, and major efficiency retrofits to reduce the energy intensity of port operations. According to the 2023 NOFO, DOT seeks to fund projects that reduce emissions in the transportation sector, enable the deployment of clean energy including offshore wind, incorporate evidence-based climate resilience measures and features, reduce the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions from the project materials, and avoid adverse environmental impacts, to air or water quality, wetlands, and endangered species, and address the disproportionate negative environmental impacts of transportation on disadvantaged communities.	PIDP program priorities have been updated to include a focus on improving racial equity and access to opportunity, mitigating or reducing the effects of climate change in addition to the goals of improving the safety, efficiency and reliability of the movement of goods. Consider clean energy and transportation upgrades that would reduce localized emissions and impact to neighboring communities.	The FY 2024 NOFO includes updated selection considerations pertaining to: Climate Change and Sustainability; Equity and Justice40; and Workforce Development, Job Quality, and Wealth Creation. Applicants who are planning to re-apply using materials prepared for prior competitions should ensure that their FY 2024 PIDP application fully addresses the statutory merit criteria and selection considerations in the FY 2024 NOFO and that all relevant information is up to date. No more than 25% of the available funds can be awarded for projects in any one State. 25% of the available funds is reserved for small projects at small ports. No more than 10% of the funds not reserved for small projects at small ports may be awarded for development phase activities for large projects that do not result in construction	In FY2023, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) appropriated $450 million to the PIDP. An additional $212,203,512 was made available to the program under the FY2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, resulting in a total of $662,203,512 in FY 2023 PIDP grant funding. Check the list of previous grant awardees here: https://maritime.dot.gov/PIDPgrants	No	https://maritime.dot.gov/PIDPgrants
New - IIJA	Resilient and Efficient Codes Implementation Compare	To enable sustained, cost-effective implementation of updated building energy codes to save customers money on their energy bills.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Relevant state agencies (including territorial agencies) or tribal governments are eligible to apply. Examples include state building code agencies, state energy offices, territorial energy offices, or tribal energy offices. In addition, partnerships are eligible entities, which must include a state agency, and one or more entities like local building code agencies, codes and standards developers, associations of builders and design and construction professionals, local and utility energy efficiency programs, consumer, and energy efficiency and environmental advocates, etc. This FOA includes one topic area broadly focused on the cost-effective implementation of updated energy codes.	Not required	$90,000,000	$10,000,000	20 - 40	$3,000,000	April 5, 2024 (Concept Paper); June 6, 2024 (Full Application)	Municipalities can implement stricter energy codes to reduce emissions from buildings, one of the single largest contributing sectors to climate change. Codes can regulate electric/gas systems, appliances, etc.	Updating building energy codes can enhance energy efficiency, reduce energy burdens, address split incentive situations between tenants and landlords, and make everyday living expenses more affordable for all. Energy codes can reduce the amount of gas burned in the home, a health hazard that disproportionately affects underserved groups. Codes can also address update baseline standards that particular impact structures in underserved communities.Learn more here: https://newbuildings.org/energy-efficiency-and-equity/	Applicants must include a relevant state or tribal government agency. DOE will prioritize teams that include strategic partnerships, such as those with local building code agencies, codes and standards developers, or associations of builders and design and construction professionals.	$225,000,000 in funding available until expended.	No	https://www.energycodes.gov/RECI
New	Rural Energy Pilot Program (REPP) Compare	To increase access to renewable energy in rural communities. Funds can be used to support: (1) Community energy planning, capacity building, and technical assistance; (2) Community efficiency and weatherization; and (3) Installation and equipping of community-scale renewable energy technologies and systems	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Office of Rural Development	Eligible entities include private entities, state and local entities, Tribal entities, and municpalities and other public bodies.	20% cost share required	$10,000,000	$2,000,000	N/A	N/A	July 18, 2022	Energy efficiency and weatherization activities are often considered a "no-regret" investment when it comes to decarbonization. Consider bundling energy efficiency and weatherization programs with any renewable energy projects to maximize outcomes.	Consider utilizing funding to engage disadvantaged communities that would not usually have an opportunity to benefit from local clean energy programs. Energy efficiency and weatherization programs, community solar programs, and the community energy planning process can all be tailored to include disadvantaged communities.	Priority is given to distressed and high energy-burden communities, in which households spend a greater proportion of their income on energy costs compared to the average U.S. household.	Under the REPP, funds will be awarded to assist Rural Energy Community Partnerships (RECP) to establish and develop clean energy communities through the deployment of community-scale distributed energy technologies, innovations and solutions. Funding is available until spent; it is unclear if USDA will issue an another solicitation for applications.		https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/energy-programs/rural-energy-pilot-program
New	Rural Energy Savings Program (RESP) Compare	To provide loans to rural utilities and other companies who provide energy efficiency loans to qualified consumers to implement durable cost-effective energy efficiency measures.	United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	Rural Development	RUS makes loans to entities that provide or propose to provide the retail electric service needs of rural areas, or the power supply needs of distribution borrowers under the terms of power supply arrangements satisfactory to RUS, or eligible program purposes including energy efficiency, renewable energy, energy storage or energy conservation measures and related services, improvements, financing, or relending. This program also supports eligible tribal communities.	Not required	N/A	Up to 20 years at a 0% interest rate Up to 5% interest rate for relending to end users qualified consumers, for up to 10 years	Applications for this program will be accepted on a first come first serve basis until the depletion of available funding.	N/A	Applications open as of May 20, 2022; applications accepted on a first come, first serve basis until funding is depleted	Funds may be used for the purpose of implementing energy efficiency measures to decrease energy use or costs for rural families and small business.	Program is designed to support rural communities in terms of residential and commercial energy needs. This funding reduces energy burdens of families and small businesses.	The CFR announcement of funding opportunity from December 15, 2020 may be viewed here: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-27576.pdf	N/A	No	https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/rural-energy-savings-program
Existing - Constant	Solar Technical Assistance Compare	To help cities, counties, and regional organizations across the nation streamline processes that make it faster and easier to deploy solar energy, attract investment, and lower energy costs for families and businesses. DOE is expanding the program to incorporate new solar-related technologies and respond to the evolving needs of local governments.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Solar Energy and Technologies Office (SETO)	Eligibility may vary as this includes multiple technical assistance programs for nonprofit and for-profit organizations, state and local governments, and other entities that are working to address barriers and improve access to solar energy.	Not required	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Rolling	Consider implementing projects that accelerate innovative distributed energy resources, such as rooftop solar, energy storage, and demand-side management.	Consider prioritizing the designation criteria related to accelerating solar and solar-related technologies in low-and moderate-income communities.	This assistance includes the following programs: SolSmart, SolarApp+, the National Community Solar Partnership, the Solar Energy Innovation Network, the Interconnection Innovation E-XChange, and the Grid Modernization Initiative Technical Assistane for State Utility Regulators.	N/A		https://www.energy.gov/eere/solar/solar-technical-assistance
Existing - IIJA Increase	State Energy Program (SEP) Compare	To enhance energy security, advance state-led energy initiatives, and maximize the benefits of decreasing energy waste. SEP emphasizes the state’s role as the decision maker and administrator for program activities within the state that are tailored to their unique resources, delivery capacity, and energy goals.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligibility for the award is restricted to states applying for formula grant financial assistance under SEP. Interested municipalities, local agencies, and non-profits should contact their state energy offices to learn more about how to access funding.	Cost share is not required for FY24 awards	$500,000,000	Varies by state	Varies by state	N/A	FY24 allocations are expected soon	This funding can be a catalytic force in developing enabling mechanisms that can drive decarbonization strategies and projects at the local level and across multiple sectors. Consider developing and implementing financing mechanisms for institutional retrofits; loan program and management; energy savings performance contracting; comprehensive residential programs for homeowners; transportation programs that accelerate the use of alternative fuels; and renewable programs that remove barriers and support supply-side and distributed renewable energy. Where appropriate, consider retrofitting existing facilities including schools that may be part of a community resiliency hub strategy to include efficiency, weatherization, and energy storage.	A broad range of health, housing, educational, and social services can be sought for marginalized communities. There is great potential to pursue energy justice by pursuing public education, participant inclusion, collaboration, and transparency in decision-making process; and retrofitting project/community solar to increase renewable energy and reduce burdens. The program can advance innovative initiatives that include scalable financing programs (e.g., Loan Loss Reserves, Revolving Loan Funds, and Interest Rate Buy-Down Programs) as well as emerging programs focused on equity and frontline community end-beneficiaries.	SEP Program Fact Sheet 2021: https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2021/01/f82/SEP-fact-sheet_2021.pdf	$500,000,000 in funding available until expended. See FY23 allocations here: https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2023-03/Final%20PY23%20Formula%20Allocations.pdf	No	https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/state-energy-program-guidance
Existing - Increase	States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP) Compare	To support and improve regional economic development opportunities by supporting basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, workforce development and business development with an emphasis on entrepreneurship.	Delta Regional Authority	N/A	Applicants must be in one of the 252 counties and parishes across 8 states served by the Delta Regional Authority. To see the region map, click here: https://dra.gov/about-dra/map-room/	10% cost share required for Business Development or Workforce Development funding	$16,930,642	$500,000	N/A	N/A	June 25, 2024	Consider focusing on fundamental improvements to the efficiency and electrification of existing buildings, including weatherization of support facilities like community centers, schools, or housing. Upgrading community facilities with solar plus battery storage can convert such facilities into community resiliency hubs that serve as emergency power centers and cooling centers. To encourage entrepreneurship, explore integrating new clean energy and EV supply chain manufacturing hubs/business parks into regional economic development plans. Where possible, consider whether partnerships with universities or community colleges could be leveraged to launch an economic diversification and workforce development strategy to promote and enhance the growth of emerging clean energy industries and retain local talent.	DRA evaluates distressed populations and county areas when allocating funding to each state. It is possible for infrastructure projects in distressed counties/parishes to receive 100% project funding. Under federal law, at least 75% of DRA funds must be invested in economically distressed counties and parishes.	All SEDAP projects should support one or more strategic DRA goals: 1) improved workforce competitiveness; 2) strengthened infrastructure; and/or 3) increased community capacity. Competitiveness of applications will also be increased if any local match or leverage is able to be provided, even if not required.	For more information on the program, see here: https://dra.gov/images/uploads/content_files/StatesEconomicDevelopmentAssistanceProgram2021(SEDAP).pdf	No	https://dra.gov/funding-programs-states-economic-development/states-economic-development-assistance-program/
New - IIJA	Wastewater Efficiency Grant Pilot Program Compare	To assist 15 publicly owned treatment works (POTW) to create or improve waste-to energy systems.	Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)	TBA	Eligible applicants include owners or operators of POTW. Grant awards can include sludge collection systems, anaerobic digesters, methane capture or transfer, and other emerging technologies that transform waste to energy.	TBA	$20,000,000	$4,000,000	N/A	N/A	TBA	Consider deployment of methane capture and transfer technology to increase renewable energy supply. Improve the efficiency of waste-to-energy systems to reduce carbon emissions from waste treatment.	Local communities should be engaged with the deployment of waste-to-energy systems and be informed of potential impacts. Consider how the new system can benefit local communities, especially those disadvantaged groups. Potential positive impacts include air quality improvement, clean energy supply increase, new job opportunities, etc.	N/A	$100,000,000 are available through FY2026.	No	https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title33-section1302&num=0&edition=prelim
Existing - Increase	Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Compare	To reduce energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of the homes while ensuring the resident’s health and safety. It is the nation’s single largest residential whole-house energy efficiency program. The reauthorization provides funding through FY 2025 and expands to include renewable energy services and technologies as part of eligible technologies.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	WAP provides core program funding to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Native American Tribes, and the five U.S. territories—American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands—through formula grants. Once DOE awards the grants, the states, tribes, and territories contract with roughly 700 local organizations nationwide that consists of community action agencies, other nonprofits, and local governments.	Not required	TBA	The adjusted average cost per dwelling unit (ACPU) is capped at $8,497 for the program year 2024	56	Varies by state and territory	TBA	This is a reauthorization of the WAP program that increases funding under the existing block grant program, expands the eligible technology list to include renewable energy technologies, and provides separate competitive grants for WAP program enhancement and innovation. Decarbonization strategies may include weatherization of units occupied by low-income households; installation of renewable energy at units occupied by low-income households; and workforce training for WAP contractors.	Policymakers may consider this time to review their existing WAP programs from an equity lens. This includes in procedural processes and program design, distributional impacts and outreach to households and communities, and in contractor selection. Contractor optimization and expanded training and workforce development opportunities is a source of focus for program enhancement within the bill. This includes language prioritizing the hiring and retention of employees who are from the community in which the assistance is being provided, and from communities or groups that are underrepresented in the home energy performance workforce, including religious and ethnic minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals who are socioeconomically disadvantaged.	N/A	Check the FY24 grantee allocations here: https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2024-04/wap-wpn-24-2_041024.pdf	No	https://www.energy.gov/eere/wap/weatherization-assistance-program
Existing - Increase	Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Enhancement & Innovation Program (E&I) Compare	To scale up residential weatherization efforts in DOE WAP-eligible buildings. Funding supports demonstration projects that have the potential to be scaled nationally, enhance the benefits realized by underserved communities, and ensure an equitable transition to a clean-energy economy.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible applicants include WAP grantees, subgrantees, and other nonprofit entities.	Not required	$25,000,000	$2,000,000	13-17	$1,666,667	August 31, 2023 (Concept Paper); January 5, 2024 (Full Application)	Eligible activities include the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency technologies, including home energy management systems and smart devices.	Applicants need to clearly describe how the project will benefit underserved communities and how the benefit will be measured. Collaboration with community-based organizations is highly recommended to enhance community partnerships. For "workforce development" proposal, consider how to recruit, hire, train, retain and support employees in their career development who are individuals from the community in which assistance is provided and from underrepresented groups in the home energy performance and energy efficiency workforce such as: minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, opportunity youth, returning citizens, and individuals who are socioeconomically disadvantaged.	While no matching funds are required, more competitive proposals will leverage a range of federal or non-federal funding, financial contributions, volunteer labor, in-kind donations, and other resources provided by partner organizations. The extent to which such applicant will utilize partnerships with existing WAP Grantees, Subgrantees, and regional coordination is listed as one of the selection factors. Municipal governments are welcome to coordinate with any of the prime applicants and develop an application in a sub-applicant role.	A maximum of 15% of the E&I award may be used for planning, management, and administration. Past awardees can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/scep/wap/weatherization-assistance-program-enhancement-and-innovation-selections	No	https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/FileContent.aspx?FileID=7c2f798a-b4ef-49c5-9a21-b3ffec829aef
Existing - Increase	Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Enhancement & Innovation Program (E&I) Compare	To scale up residential weatherization efforts in DOE WAP-eligible buildings. Funding supports demonstration projects that have the potential to be scaled nationally, enhance the benefits realized by underserved communities, and ensure an equitable transition to a clean-energy economy.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible applicants include WAP grantees, subgrantees, and other nonprofit entities.	Not required	$19,560,000	$2,000,000	13 - 17	$1,500,000	August 31, 2023 (Concept Paper); January 5, 2024 (Full Application)	Eligible activities include the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency technologies, including home energy management systems and smart devices.	Applicants need to clearly describe how the project will benefit underserved communities and how the benefit will be measured. Collaboration with community-based organizations is highly recommended to enhance community partnerships. For "workforce development" proposals, consider how to recruit, hire, train, retain and support employees in their career development who are individuals from the community in which assistance is provided and from underrepresented groups in the home energy performance and energy efficiency workforce such as: minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, opportunity youth, returning citizens, and individuals who are socioeconomically disadvantaged.	While no matching funds are required, more competitive proposals will leverage a range of federal or non-federal funding, financial contributions, volunteer labor, in-kind donations, and other resources provided by partner organizations. The extent to which such applicant will utilize partnerships with existing WAP Grantees, Subgrantees, and regional coordination is listed as one of the selection factors. Municipal governments are welcome to coordinate with any of the prime applicants and develop an application in a sub-applicant role.	N/A	No	https://infrastructure-exchange.energy.gov/Default.aspx#FoaId531bc4cb-0ef5-4a96-a8db-2a4a399b87dd
Existing - Increase	Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Sustainable Energy Resources for Consumers (SERC) Grants Compare	To fund the deployment of renewable energy systems and other energy technologies and solutions not covered under WAP.	Department of Energy (DOE)	Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)	Eligible applicants include existing WAP Grantees and Subgrantees. Direct Service WAP Grantees (e.g., U.S. Territories) are eligible to apply for SERC grants individually. Eligible units are those homes previously weatherized, currently being weatherized, or those slated for weatherization in the future.	Not required	$6,520,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	March 29, 2024	Eligible technologies include, but are not limited to: 1) onsite renewable energy technology, such as solar PV, wind turbine, solar heating and cooling, and solar water heater; 2) air source and ground source heat pump technologies; 3) cool roof technologies; 4) integration with utility smart-grid pilots or implementations; 5) heat pump water heaters; 6) windows - triple or double pane low-e and u factor, high r value; 7) whole-house ventilation – balanced, energy recovery; and 8) installing new electrical panels or materials to support the electrical upgrades necessary for SERC measures being installed.	SERC BIL-funded projects are expected to (1) support engagement with community and labor to enhance partnerships; (2) invest in America’s workforce; (3) advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEAI); and (4) contribute to the President’s goal that 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities (the Justice40 Initiative).	When developing a SERC project, consider “Suggestions for Future Impact Evaluations” section of the report, Assessment of the US Department of Energy’s Sustainable Energy Resources for Consumers Grant Program: https://weatherization.ornl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/ORNLTM2017703SERC.pdf	SERC funds are not subject to the Average Cost Per Dwelling Unit (ACPU) limits for weatherization jobs and renewable energy measures. However, to adhere to the cost effectiveness priorities of the Program and implement projects that may be scalable to the WAP, applicants should consider keeping the ACPU for DOE SERC funds to $20K or less. The total project could include braided funds and have a higher ACPU.	No	https://www.energy.gov/scep/wap/apply-innovation-grant
Existing - Decrease	Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Compare	To create economic mobility, address historic inequities for marginalized communities of color, rural areas, and other underserved and underrepresented communities, and connect workers who live or work in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions, to stable, high-quality, family-sustaining jobs, enabling them to remain and thrive in these communities.	Department of Labor (DOL)	Employment and Training Administration (ETA)	Applicants must demonstrate collaboration with a strong and diverse community-wide coalition that includes: (1) At least two employers/industry representatives; (2) At least one State or Local Workforce Development Board; and (3) at least one community-based organization.	Not required	$49,200,000	$1,500,000	36	$1,366,667	June 20, 2024	These grants help communities create tangible strategies to prepare for new supply chains, clean energy manufacturing, and workforce training. For example, consider using planning funding to build partnerships that can accelerate the development of trained contractors for deep efficiency and electrification retrofits for commercial and residential buildings. Workforce development programs are not one-size-fits-all, and WORC offers communities in eligible regions opportunities to create regionally and locally tailored training.	The second Focus Area of the WORC Initiative is equity. For the WORC Initiative, this means that successful applicants will design programs that prioritize efforts to recruit, enroll, and help employ historically underserved workers adversely affected by persistent poverty, discrimination, or inequality, including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous, people of color; LGBTQ+ individuals; women; veterans; individuals with disabilities; individuals without a college degree; individuals with substance use disorder; and justice-impacted individuals.	Projects must be built around three Focus Areas: 1. Increasing access to good jobs (wages of at least $15/hr); 2. Prioritizing equity; 3. Sustaining impact.	The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) will provide technical assistance to prospective applicants in their regions, as well as assistance and support to grantees throughout the life of the program. See the awards by awards by state here: https://www.arc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/WORC-Award-Summaries-by-State-as-of-September-2023.pdf	No	https://www.arc.gov/workforce-opportunity-for-rural-communities-worc/

179D: Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction

To provide a tax deduction to some building owners and tenants who place in service energy efficient commercial building property (EECBP) or energy efficient commercial building retrofit property (EEBRP).

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Airport Improvement Program (AIP)

To support infrastructure projects, including runways and airfields, airport lighting, and airport markings. These funds do not support projects related to airport terminals, equipment, vehicles, or operations.

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Airport Terminal Program (ATP)

To provide competitive funds for airport terminal development projects that address aging infrastructure in America's airports, including energy efficiency upgrades and on-site rail access.

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Area Development Program (ADP)

To invest in two general areas: critical infrastructure and business and workforce development. Critical infrastructure investments mainly include water and wastewater systems, energy, transportation, broadband, and other projects anchoring regional economic development. Business and workforce investments primarily focus on entrepreneurship, worker training and education, food systems, leadership, and other human capital development.

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Assistance for Latest and Zero Building Energy Code Adoption

To help adopting and implementating residential building codes that meet/exceed the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, commercial building codes that meet/exceed ANSI/ASHRAE/IES standard 90.1-2019 ("Latest Building Energy Codes") and building codes that meet/exceed the zero energy provisions in the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, or equivalent ("Zero Energy Codes").

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Assistance to High Energy Cost Communities

To assist energy providers and other eligible entities in lowering energy costs for families and individuals in areas with extremely high per-household energy costs (275% of the national average or higher).

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Build to Scale (B2S)

To develop and support regional tech-based economic development initiatives that accelerate high quality job growth, create more economic opportunities, and support the future of the next generation of industry leading companies

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Building Energy Efficiency Frontiers & Innovation Technologies (BENEFIT)

To provide funds to research, develop, and validate technologies with the potential to significantly advance building decarbonization.

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Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)

To invest in and undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks communities face from disasters and natural hazards.

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Catalyst Program

To fund economic development and infrastructure projects throughout designated counties in its 4-state service area of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont. Revolving loan funds may be used to fund workforce development and job training.

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Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) - Implementation

To implement GHG reduction programs, policies, projects, and measures identified in a Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) developed under a CPRG planning grant.

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Community Development Block Grants - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)

To help cities, counties, and states recover from Presidentially-declared disasters. The grants focus on low-income areas, subject to availability of supplemental appropriations.

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Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

To develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons.

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Community Facilities Program (CF)

To develop community facilities that provide essential services to the local community for the orderly development of the community in a primarily rural area. Funds can be used to purchase, construct, and/or improve essential community facilities, buy equipment, or pay necessary project costs.

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Community Project Funding (CPF)

To support a broad array of projects for infrastructure and community development to meet local and regional needs.

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Congressionally Directed Spending

To support a broad array of projects for infrastructure and community development to meet local and regional needs.

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Coordination of Energy Retrofitting Assistance for Schools (Energy Act)

To review federal opportunities and programs for schools and provide streamlined communication and technical assistance for states, local education agencies, local governments and non-profits on developing and financing renewable energy, energy efficiency, and energy retrofits. Will include development of a single resource website.

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Decarbonization of Water Resource Recovery Facilities

To fund research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) activities to decarbonize the entire life cycle of Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRFs). Two topic areas are the decarbonization of WRRF unit processes and reducing overall greenhouse GHG emissions from WRRFs.

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Disaster Recovery (DR) Supplemental Funding

To help communities and regions devise and implement long-term economic recovery strategies through a variety of non-construction and construction projects.

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Drivers and Environmental Impacts of Energy Transitions in Underserved Communities

To engage in community-driven research that will address the drivers and environmental impacts of energy transitions in underserved communities.

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Electric Infrastructure Loan & Loan Guarantee Program (LGP)

To finance the construction of electric distribution, transmission, and generation facilities, including system improvements and replacement required to furnish and improve electric service in rural areas, as well as demand-side management, energy conservation programs, and on-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems.

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Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Capitalization Grant Program (State Energy Program)

To provide capitalization grants to states to establish a revolving loan fund under which the state shall provide loans and grants for energy efficiency audits, upgrades, and retrofits to increase energy efficiency and improve the comfort of buildings.

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Energy Future Grants (EFG)

To provide financial and technical assistance to support innovative – novel or early action – clean energy planning to benefit disadvantaged communities.

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Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas

To help deploy community-driven clean energy solutions in rural and remote areas across the country.

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Forest Economy Program (FEP)

To assist rural communities, institutes of higher education and research, and economic development organizations in their efforts to transition the forest-based industry and its workforce to a focus on new technologies and viable business models across the 4-state region of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.

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Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)

To reduce vulnerability of communities, promotes individual and community safety and resiliency, lessens response and recovery needs, results in safer communities.

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Healthy Homes and Weatherization Cooperation Demonstration Program

To support demonstrations in up to 6 communities that are served by both a HUD-funded LHC program and a DOE-funded WAP to demonstrate the potential advantages of the coordination of home intervention services.

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Home Efficiency Rebate Program (State Energy Program)

To help State Energy Offices develop and implement HOMES programs rebating homeowners and aggregators undertaking whole-house, energy-saving retrofits. States may use up to 20% of funds for administrative purposes.

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Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate Program (State Energy Program)

To help State Energy Offices develop and implement programs in which eligible, income-qualified electrification projects will be rebated at the point of sale. States may use up to 20% of funds for administrative purposes.

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HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)

To provide formula grants to states and localities to fund a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people.

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Housing Preservation Grants (HPG)

To assist rental property owners and cooperative housing complexes in repairing and rehabilitating units made available to low- and very low-income rural citizens.

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Hydroelectric Efficiency Improvement Incentives

To provide incentives for improvements to hydroelectric facilities that increase their efficiency by at least 3%.

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Industrial Demonstrations Program

To fund projects that focus on the highest emitting and hardest to abate industries where decarbonization technologies can have the greatest impact: iron and steel, cement and concrete, chemicals and refining, food and beverage, paper and forest products, aluminum, other energy-intensive manufacturing industries and cross-cutting technologies.

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Innovative Energy Loan Guarantee Program (Title 17)

To eliminate gaps in commercial financing for energy projects in the United States that utilize innovative technology to reduce, avoid, or sequester greenhouse gas emissions and support clean energy deployment and energy infrastructure reinvestment in the United States. LPO can provide first-of-a-kind projects and other high-impact, energy-related ventures with access to debt capital and flexible financing that private lenders cannot provide.

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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) (American Rescue Plan Act)

To provide assistance to low-income households for home energy heating and cooling costs. These entities set program guidelines and work with local providers to implement services. These program guidelines include income limits and what services may qualify (e.g., direct bill assistance with heating and cooling, weatherization, furnace or AC replacement).

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Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER)

To support economic diversity, enhanced job training and re-employment opportunities, create jobs in existing or new industries, and attract new sources of investment in communities affected by job losses in coal mining, coal power plant operations, and coal-related supply chain industries.

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Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program (LTA)

To support economic development, foster job creation, and attract private investment in economically distressed areas by creating and implementing regional economic development plans to build capacity and guide prosperity and resilience.

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Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP)

To improve facilities within, or outside of and directly related to operations of or an intermodal connection to, coastal seaports, inland river ports, and Great Lakes ports.

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Resilient and Efficient Codes Implementation

To enable sustained, cost-effective implementation of updated building energy codes to save customers money on their energy bills.

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Rural Energy Pilot Program (REPP)

To increase access to renewable energy in rural communities. Funds can be used to support: (1) Community energy planning, capacity building, and technical assistance; (2) Community efficiency and weatherization; and (3) Installation and equipping of community-scale renewable energy technologies and systems

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Rural Energy Savings Program (RESP)

To provide loans to rural utilities and other companies who provide energy efficiency loans to qualified consumers to implement durable cost-effective energy efficiency measures.

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Solar Technical Assistance

To help cities, counties, and regional organizations across the nation streamline processes that make it faster and easier to deploy solar energy, attract investment, and lower energy costs for families and businesses. DOE is expanding the program to incorporate new solar-related technologies and respond to the evolving needs of local governments.

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State Energy Program (SEP)

To enhance energy security, advance state-led energy initiatives, and maximize the benefits of decreasing energy waste. SEP emphasizes the state’s role as the decision maker and administrator for program activities within the state that are tailored to their unique resources, delivery capacity, and energy goals.

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States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP)

To support and improve regional economic development opportunities by supporting basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, workforce development and business development with an emphasis on entrepreneurship.

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Wastewater Efficiency Grant Pilot Program

To assist 15 publicly owned treatment works (POTW) to create or improve waste-to energy systems.

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Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

To reduce energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of the homes while ensuring the resident’s health and safety. It is the nation’s single largest residential whole-house energy efficiency program. The reauthorization provides funding through FY 2025 and expands to include renewable energy services and technologies as part of eligible technologies.

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Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Enhancement & Innovation Program (E&I)

To scale up residential weatherization efforts in DOE WAP-eligible buildings. Funding supports demonstration projects that have the potential to be scaled nationally, enhance the benefits realized by underserved communities, and ensure an equitable transition to a clean-energy economy.

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Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Enhancement & Innovation Program (E&I)

To scale up residential weatherization efforts in DOE WAP-eligible buildings. Funding supports demonstration projects that have the potential to be scaled nationally, enhance the benefits realized by underserved communities, and ensure an equitable transition to a clean-energy economy.

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Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Sustainable Energy Resources for Consumers (SERC) Grants

To fund the deployment of renewable energy systems and other energy technologies and solutions not covered under WAP.

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Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC)

To create economic mobility, address historic inequities for marginalized communities of color, rural areas, and other underserved and underrepresented communities, and connect workers who live or work in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions, to stable, high-quality, family-sustaining jobs, enabling them to remain and thrive in these communities.

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