State energy program (SEP) seeks to promote the efficient use of energy and reduce the rate of growth of energy demand through the development and implementation of specific state energy programs

The Executive Office of the State of New Hampshire, Department of Energy, received a $540,240 formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) under the State Energy Program (CFDA 81.041) for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This award supports New Hampshire's implementation of state-level energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives designed to promote efficient energy use and reduce energy demand growth. The funding enables the state energy office to develop and execute comprehensive energy conservation strategies, which may encompass energy efficiency audits and retrofits, renewable energy deployment, workforce development in clean energy occupations, grid modernization support, technical assistance, and emergency energy preparedness planning.

As a formula grant under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, the award provides New Hampshire with flexibility to tailor program activities to state priorities while fulfilling five mandatory program activities required under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. The state energy office will administer these funds to support eligible beneficiaries including local governments, utilities, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and residents throughout New Hampshire, leveraging public-private partnerships to facilitate market transformation of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies across the state.

Funding is provided through formula awards from fiscal year appropriations.