The Department of Energy awarded a $5,682,050 Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Capitalization Grant to the West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041). The grant, with a performance period from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2029, requires WVOE to administer the DOE funds in accordance with federal rules and regulations and state policies and procedures. The grant's objectives are to manage the federal funds prudently, effectively, and efficiently...
The U.S. Department of Energy awarded a $3,393,040 Formula Grant to the Virginia Department of Energy to train the state's energy efficiency and electrification workforce. The grant, part of the Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041), will enable Virginia to expand the use of registered apprenticeships to build the workforce needed to meet the state's energy efficiency and electrification goals, including successful implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act's home energy...
The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) has been awarded a $1,809,210 Formula Grant under the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program (CFDA 81.128). This grant, with an award date of November 1, 2023 and an ultimate completion date of October 31, 2026, is designed to assist WVOE in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, lower fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency across the state. Key products and services to be funded...
The U.S. Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) has awarded a $1,757,330 Formula Grant to the Utah Office of Energy Development (OED) to implement the Utah Residential Energy Workforce Training (UREWT) program. The grant funding will be used to administer a competitive solicitation and select an external partner to manage the training program. The selected organization will be responsible for providing training and certifications, primarily focused on upskilling existing...
The Vermont Public Service Department was awarded a $1,048,680 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) to provide training, certifications/testing, apprenticeships, and wraparound services to existing and prospective energy efficiency workers in Vermont. The grant will fund the issuance of an RFP to identify contractors who will deliver this training, with a focus on building energy/performance and heat pump workers. The program aims to train 160...
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $1,192,070 Formula Grant to the Wyoming Energy Authority under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041). The grant will fund the training of the state's workforce as outlined in Provision 50123, with proposed collaborating organizations including the Building Performance Association, Wyoming Innovation Partnership, Wyoming Department of Workforce Services, local workforce development boards, labor unions, the University of Wyoming, and the Wyoming...
The Department of Energy has awarded a $2,420,420 Formula Grant under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) to the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet. This grant will support the recruitment and training of 435 new workers for existing workforce programs in HVAC, electrician, and insulation fields. The Cabinet plans to partner with non-profit organizations to specifically recruit 174 participants from disadvantaged communities. The grant will be delivered in two funding installments,...
The U.S. Department of Energy's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) has awarded a $1,248,470 Formula Grant to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to support three primary objectives: Provide technical training and rebate program administrative orientation to encourage and enable participation in existing trade businesses. Develop curriculum and testing/certification for a skilled residential energy workforce to engage in rebate-related work. Support community-based,...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded a $1,048,490 Formula Grant to the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) on December 1, 2024. The grant is funded through the DOE's State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041), which supports state-level energy efficiency, renewable energy, and workforce development initiatives. Under this grant, DOEE will utilize the funding to train 140 new and existing workers in building science principles and HVAC installation, primarily targeting...
This is a $1,848,620 Formula Grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041). The grant will enable the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), the state's lead economic and community development agency, to contract with six existing training providers to offer reduced-cost training for participants. The program will increase the types of credentials provided through apprenticeship programs and conduct broad education and outreach on energy careers....