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DOE Grants for Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency

Nonprofits, municipalities, universities, and businesses working on clean energy and climate solutions can access billions in federal funding from the Department of Energy (DOE), EPA, USDA, and other agencies. These grants support renewable energy deployment, energy efficiency, weatherization, clean transportation, and climate innovation.

Clean energy grants support the transition to a low-carbon economy while creating jobs and reducing energy costs. Staying informed about funding opportunities helps accelerate clean energy deployment in communities nationwide.

GrantPing helps clean energy organizations track federal funding opportunities.

Major Federal Clean Energy Grant Programs

1. DOE Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

The WAP provides formula grants to states for home weatherization serving low-income households. State and local agencies distribute funding to weatherization providers. Typical provider awards range from $500,000 to $5 million annually.

2. DOE State Energy Program (SEP)

The SEP provides formula funding to states for energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. States issue competitive grants to local governments, nonprofits, and businesses for projects ranging from $50,000 to $2 million.

3. DOE Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) Grants

SETO funds solar energy research, development, and deployment. Competitive awards range from $500,000 to $10 million for community solar, solar workforce training, and technology innovation.

4. EPA Environmental Justice Community Change Grants

The EPA funds community-based organizations implementing clean energy and pollution reduction projects in disadvantaged communities. Awards range from $500,000 to $2 million.

5. USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)

REAP provides grants and loans to rural businesses and agricultural producers for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements. Grants can cover up to 50% of project costs, typically $2,500 to $500,000.

Recent Opportunities

DOE Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG)

Agency: Department of Energy

Typical Award: $250,000 - $5,000,000

Summary: Formula and competitive grants to local governments for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Funds building retrofits, renewable energy installations, transportation programs, and energy efficiency planning.

DOE Communities LEAP (Local Energy Action Program)

Agency: Department of Energy

Typical Award: $1,000,000 - $10,000,000

Summary: Supports communities in developing and implementing comprehensive clean energy plans. Funds renewable energy deployment, building electrification, energy storage, and workforce development in disadvantaged communities.

USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grants

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Typical Award: $2,500 - $500,000

Summary: Grants for rural small businesses and agricultural producers to install renewable energy systems (solar, wind, geothermal, biomass) and make energy efficiency improvements. Covers up to 50% of project costs.

Who Is Eligible?

Clean energy grant eligibility typically includes:

What Types of Projects Get Funded?

Successful clean energy grants typically support:

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GrantPing monitors DOE, EPA, USDA, and other agencies funding clean energy and climate programs. You'll receive notifications about competitive grants, formula program announcements, and special initiatives from the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act—helping you secure funding for clean energy projects in your community.