The Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) has awarded a $697,410 Formula Grant to the Departamento De Desarrollo Economico Y Comercio (DDEC), the primary economic development agency for the government of Puerto Rico, to promote energy efficiency and reduce energy demand growth through specific state-level energy programs. This two-year grant, effective from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, will enable DDEC to deliver a range of initiatives, including developing home...
The Department of Energy awarded a $1,070,490 Formula Grant under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) to the Departamento De Desarrollo Economico Y Comercio (DDEC), the primary economic development agency for the government of Puerto Rico. The grant, with a performance period from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2029, requires DDEC to administer DOE funds in accordance with federal rules and regulations to accomplish program objectives related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and...
This $1,855,570.00 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program award, provided by the U.S. Department of Energy (CFDA 81.128), will assist the Departamento De Desarrollo Economico Y Comercio (Department of Economic Development and Commerce) in Puerto Rico with implementing strategies to reduce energy use, lower fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. Key products and services funded through this 3-year Formula Grant include conducting energy audits,...
The U.S. Department of Energy is awarding a $891,700 Formula Grant to the Guam Energy Office (GEO) under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041). The grant will be used to train 205 individuals (140 new and 65 existing workers) as well as 5 contractor firms in areas such as heat pump installation, heat pump comfort advising, heat pump water heater installation, and home energy audits for single and multi-family homes. GEO will work with the Department of Energy's Building Technologies Office to...
The Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded a $944,000 Project Grant under the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Information Dissemination, Outreach, Training and Technical Analysis/Assistance program (CFDA 81.117) to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the Puerto Rico Climate Resilience Project (PRCRP). The key objectives of this 3-year project are to: 1) Increase the off-grid operational duration of the Ramey Border Patrol Station/Headquarters site by 14 days beyond the...
The U.S. Virgin Islands will receive a $889,010 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment and develop curriculum guidelines for clean energy workforce training programs. The funding will enable the Virgin Islands Energy Office to collaborate with industry stakeholders, educators, and workforce development experts to identify the specific skills and knowledge areas required for the local clean energy sector....
The U.S. Department of Energy awarded a $11,674,260 Formula Grant under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) to the Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO), a division of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. The grant funds will be used to implement SECO's workforce development plan through subcontracting with an experienced implementer. The selected implementer will have at least 5 years' experience as a Building Performance Institute (BPI) test center and Residential Energy...
The Department of Energy awarded the Municipality of San Juan, Puerto Rico a $357,770 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) under CFDA program 81.128. The grant is designed to assist state, local, and tribal governments in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. The Municipality of San Juan plans to utilize the funding to conduct energy audits, perform building retrofits, develop comprehensive energy efficiency...
This $1,848,620 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) will support the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) in contracting with six existing training providers to offer reduced-cost energy efficiency and renewable energy training programs. The goal is to increase the types of credentials available through apprenticeship programs and provide broad education and outreach on energy careers, particularly targeting youth, formerly...
The Department of Energy awarded a $860,940 Formula Grant to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Department of Public Works Energy Division. The grant will fund the Northern Marianas Technical Institute (NMTECH) to provide education and training to produce skilled workers and contribute to the CNMI's workforce needs. Specifically, the program will enhance existing trades including HVAC, electrical, electronic system technician, and plumbing courses, as well as establish...