This RFP from the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission solicits proposals for community solar photovoltaic (PV) projects that provide direct benefits to low- and moderate-income (LMI) residential customers. The solicitation outlines grant eligibility requirements, project design considerations, financing structures, participant benefit calculations, and proposal evaluation criteria. Communities, utilities, housing providers, and state agencies can use this document as a reference for developing community solar programs that prioritize energy affordability, equitable access, and benefits for low-income households.
Green Upgrade Calculator
The Green Upgrade Calculator is an interactive tool that helps users evaluate the cost, energy, and environmental benefits of clean residential technologies. This includes any combination of upgrades such as rooftop solar, battery storage, air- and ground-source heat pumps, weatherization, heat pump water heaters, induction cooktops, and electric vehicles
Tennessee Valley Authority 2019 Renewable Energy RFP
This RFP provides an example of how a utility can procure large-scale renewable energy resources through competitive solicitation. The document outlines requirements for renewable energy projects, proposal evaluation criteria, pricing and financial information, project execution plans, and power purchase agreement (PPA) considerations. Utilities, local governments, and other large energy buyers can use this resource as a reference when designing renewable energy procurements that seek new generation capacity, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and renewable energy projects paired with battery energy storage systems.
Pedernales Electric Cooperative 2 MW / 4 MWh Battery Energy Storage System RFP (2017)
This RFP provides an example of how a utility can procure a utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) through a turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract. The document includes project specifications, evaluation criteria, contractor qualifications, ownership cost considerations, operations and maintenance requirements, and procurement procedures. Utilities, municipalities, airports, and other large energy users can use this resource as a reference when developing solicitations for battery storage projects intended to improve grid reliability, reduce costs, support renewable energy integration, and meet energy resilience goals.
City of Boulder Solar Strategy Implementation RFQ (2018)
This RFQ provides an example of how a city can procure technical expertise to develop and implement a local solar strategy. The document outlines qualifications sought for solar planning, financing, ownership models, community solar development, policy analysis, and project implementation support. Cities can use this resource as a reference when seeking consultants to evaluate solar deployment opportunities, develop financing strategies, assess regulatory considerations, and support municipal solar project development.
San Diego International Airport Request for Proposals for Batter Energy Storage Systems (2018)
RFP issued by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority seeking a vendor to design, engineer, procure, install, operate, and maintain a battery energy storage system (BESS) at San Diego International Airport. The RFP outlines project requirements, evaluation criteria, contract terms, utility interconnection considerations, and opportunities to reduce electricity costs and demand charges through energy storage deployment.
NY Green Bank RFP for Construction and Aggregation-to-Term Financing for Community Distributed Generation Solar Projects with Energy Storage (2018)
This RFP seeks proposals for construction and aggregation-to-term financing for portfolios of community distributed generation (CDG) solar projects, including projects paired with energy storage. The solicitation outlines financing structures designed to reduce transaction costs, standardize project development, and expand access to private capital for distributed energy resources. Cities can use this resource to understand how green banks and public financing institutions support community solar deployment, energy storage integration, and scalable clean energy investment.
National Grid: Request for Proposal for Non- Wires Alternative Solutions (2017)
This RFP solicits market-based non-wires alternative (NWA) solutions to address projected electric system constraints in Old Forge, New York. The document outlines project goals, evaluation criteria, and proposal requirements for distributed energy resources, demand response, energy efficiency, storage, and other alternatives that could defer or replace traditional transmission and distribution infrastructure investments. Cities and utilities can use this resource as an example of how to structure competitive solicitations for grid modernization and distributed energy solutions.
City of Minneapolis-Request for Information for Electricity from Renewable Generation Sources (2019)
RFI issued by the City of Minneapolis in 2019 to explore renewable electricity procurement options capable of meeting 100% renewable energy goals for both municipal operations and community-wide electricity use. The document outlines the city’s objectives, including additionality, local generation, affordability, workforce development, and long-term contracting considerations. Other local governments can use this RFI as a model for assessing renewable energy market opportunities, engaging potential suppliers, and shaping procurement strategies that align with ambitious clean energy and community-benefit goals.
City of Houston 30 MW Renewable Energy PPA RFP (2014)
Request for proposals issued by the City of Houston for a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to procure up to 30 MW of renewable energy. The RFP outlines project requirements, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and proposal submission procedures for renewable energy developers seeking to supply electricity to the city under a long-term agreement.