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To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) uses funds to invest in the Region’s economic and community development through grants.
Funds vary per year depending on availability. In Fiscal Year 2021, Congress appropriated $180 million for the ARC.
ARC awards program grants to state and local agencies and governmental entities, local governing boards, and nonprofit organizations.
All ARC grant applicants must have an active system in SAM, or the System of Award Management
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
If you install solar (or certain other technologies) on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back.
If you install solar, wind, geothermal power, or battery storage on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back as a tax credit.
Local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other tax-exempt entities are eligible for a 30% investment tax credit (ITC).
Register with the IRS to notify them you will be claiming the direct pay credits.
Grants to develop and implement plans for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful air pollution.
$250 million will be provided for noncompetitive planning grants and approximately $4.6 billion for competitive implementation grants.
States, local governments, and air pollution control agencies are eligible for this grant.
Visit https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/climate-pollution-reduction-grants for information.
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
Funding to further the Clean Air Act and projects that abide by its standards.
The funds will support efforts by air pollution control agencies and other organizations to partner with EPA to deliver cleaner air through programs that address air quality.
Eligible entities include state, local, and territorial air pollution control agencies.
The EPA regional offices should have reached out to eligible entities about how to apply via Grants.gov
Funding to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models.
This is a federal grant and rebate program intended for schools to replace their old school buses with new electric buses.
You are eligible if you are a:
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
Grants to develop and implement plans for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful air pollution.
$250 million will be provided for noncompetitive planning grants and approximately $4.6 billion for competitive implementation grants.
States, local governments, and air pollution control agencies are eligible for this grant.
Visit https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/climate-pollution-reduction-grants for information.
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
Technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
This program of the Department of Agriculture provides technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
Available to States and local governments.
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
Funding to further the Clean Air Act and projects that abide by its standards.
The funds will support efforts by air pollution control agencies and other organizations to partner with EPA to deliver cleaner air through programs that address air quality.
Eligible entities include state, local, and territorial air pollution control agencies.
The EPA regional offices should have reached out to eligible entities about how to apply via Grants.gov
Low-interest and no-interest loans for local governments to fund wastewater and stormwater improvements.
Local Government Units (counties, cities, towns, sanitary districts, etc.)
The grant is part of the IIJA. In Pennsylvania, it is being offered by the Department of Environmental Protection. Visit DEP’s web page on the CWSRF for full details.
Funding to plant and maintain trees and create green spaces in urban communities and neighborhoods in greatest need.
Projects to plant and maintain trees, expand tree canopy, increase access to nature, and mitigate extreme heat, while developing a new workforce.
Community-based organizations, state and local agencies, public colleges and universities, and nonprofits may apply.
More information will be released about accessing the funds. Eligible and interested parties should contact the Grid Deployment Office.
Funding to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models.
This is a federal grant and rebate program intended for schools to replace their old school buses with new electric buses.
You are eligible if you are a:
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
If you install solar (or certain other technologies) on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back.
If you install solar, wind, geothermal power, or battery storage on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back as a tax credit.
Local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other tax-exempt entities are eligible for a 30% investment tax credit (ITC).
Register with the IRS to notify them you will be claiming the direct pay credits.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Low-interest and no-interest loans for local governments to fund wastewater and stormwater improvements.
Local Government Units (counties, cities, towns, sanitary districts, etc.)
The grant is part of the IIJA. In Pennsylvania, it is being offered by the Department of Environmental Protection. Visit DEP’s web page on the CWSRF for full details.
If you install solar (or certain other technologies) on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back.
If you install solar, wind, geothermal power, or battery storage on property belonging to your tax-exempt organization, you can get 30-70% of the price back as a tax credit.
Local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other tax-exempt entities are eligible for a 30% investment tax credit (ITC).
Register with the IRS to notify them you will be claiming the direct pay credits.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
Grants to develop and implement plans for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful air pollution.
$250 million will be provided for noncompetitive planning grants and approximately $4.6 billion for competitive implementation grants.
States, local governments, and air pollution control agencies are eligible for this grant.
Visit https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/climate-pollution-reduction-grants for information.
Funding for utilities and states for projects to increase the resilience of the electric grid.
Grants that can be used for any of the following:
Electric Grid Operators, Electricity Generators, Transmission Owners and Operators, utilities, and more.
There are several sources of grants. For more info, email SM.FS.UCF_IRA@usda.gov.
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
Designed to help in the implementation of strategies to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions while improving energy efficiency.
Development and implementation of strategies to promote energy efficiency in community infrastructure.
Funding is designed to assist states and local governments. Once these entities receive grants, they may be used to assist residents, nonprofits, and businesses.
You can apply for vouchers, including technical assistance vouchers, along with equipment rebates, and grants.
Information about how to start the process can be found here.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
Funding for utilities and states for projects to increase the resilience of the electric grid.
Grants that can be used for any of the following:
Electric Grid Operators, Electricity Generators, Transmission Owners and Operators, utilities, and more.
There are several sources of grants. For more info, email SM.FS.UCF_IRA@usda.gov.
Technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
This program of the Department of Agriculture provides technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
Available to States and local governments.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
Funding for utilities and states for projects to increase the resilience of the electric grid.
Grants that can be used for any of the following:
Electric Grid Operators, Electricity Generators, Transmission Owners and Operators, utilities, and more.
There are several sources of grants. For more info, email SM.FS.UCF_IRA@usda.gov.
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) uses funds to invest in the Region’s economic and community development through grants.
Funds vary per year depending on availability. In Fiscal Year 2021, Congress appropriated $180 million for the ARC.
ARC awards program grants to state and local agencies and governmental entities, local governing boards, and nonprofit organizations.
All ARC grant applicants must have an active system in SAM, or the System of Award Management
Technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
This program of the Department of Agriculture provides technical and financial assistance to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects.
Available to States and local governments.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
Funding to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models.
This is a federal grant and rebate program intended for schools to replace their old school buses with new electric buses.
You are eligible if you are a:
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
Funding to upgrade school and bus infrastructure.
Energy infrastructure improvements at schools for buildings and vehicles.
Consortia of one local education agency and one or more schools, nonprofits, for-profits, and community partners, or a state or local government.
The full list of application requirements will be forthcoming sometime this year. Check back for updates!
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
Funding to improve walkability, safety, and access to public transit.
This grant funds projects that improve walkability, safety, and affordable transportation access.
You are eligible if you represent a state government, a local government, a Metropolitan Planning Organization, or a nonprofit organization.
Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHA). See their fact sheet here.
Low-interest and no-interest loans for local governments to fund wastewater and stormwater improvements.
Local Government Units (counties, cities, towns, sanitary districts, etc.)
The grant is part of the IIJA. In Pennsylvania, it is being offered by the Department of Environmental Protection. Visit DEP’s web page on the CWSRF for full details.
Funding to plant and maintain trees and create green spaces in urban communities and neighborhoods in greatest need.
Projects to plant and maintain trees, expand tree canopy, increase access to nature, and mitigate extreme heat, while developing a new workforce.
Community-based organizations, state and local agencies, public colleges and universities, and nonprofits may apply.
More information will be released about accessing the funds. Eligible and interested parties should contact the Grid Deployment Office.
Funding to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models.
This is a federal grant and rebate program intended for schools to replace their old school buses with new electric buses.
You are eligible if you are a:
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
Grants to community-based organizations in historically disadvantaged communities to promote environmental and climate justice.
This program is focused on community-driven initiatives designed to serve the communities that have been most adversely and disproportionately impacted by climate change and legacy pollution.
A partnership between two community-based nonprofit organizations (CBOs) or a partnership between a CBO and a local government or institution of higher education.
Visit the Community Change Grant home page to find full instructions for applying and learn about opportunities for technical assistance.
To support the cost of loans for innovative clean energy technologies.
Federal financing for projects that support clean energy deployment and reinvestment of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
State and local governments can apply.
Eligible parties can find instructions here on how to apply through the DOE Loan Programs Office.
Individuals, businesses and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers.
Individuals can get a credit of up to $7,500 on a new EV, $4,000 on a used EV, and $1,000 on an EV charger.
Click the “learn more” button to see a table that shows the amount of tax credit you can receive. Individuals, see “How can I access the money?” after clicking “learn more” for information on the option of transferring the credit to the EV dealer.
In the form of tax credits when you file or a discount at the dealership.
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