The Federal Government allocated $3.2 billion in grant money for Energy Efficiency projects. As of April 15, only 13% of all eligible cities had registered with the Federal agencies to receive their money. Time is running out!
Of the $3.2 billion, about 2/3 was allocated based on a formula by the Feds. Cities that were too small to be eligible for formula grants are eligible to apply for a portion of the balance. Each state energy agency has funds available, but the applications must be in by May 26, 2009 in order to be considered. Local Governments and Tribal councils have until June 26 to submit their applications.
Eligible projects include:
1.Strategy Development
2.Building Energy Audits & Retrofits
3.Financial Incentive Programs
4.Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs for Buildings and Facilities
5.Development and Implementation of Transportation Programs
6.Building Codes and Enforcement
7.Energy Distribution Technologies for EE including CHP & district heating and cooling
8.Material Conservation Programs including source reduction, recycling, and recycled content procurement programs
9.Reduction and Capture of Methane and Greenhouse Gases
10.Traffic Signals and Street Lighting
11.Renewable Energy Technologies on Government Buildings
12.Any Other Appropriate Activity
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