Assistance Listings

State Energy Program

Objectives

The purpose of this program is to increase market transformation of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies through policies, strategies, and public-private partnerships that facilitate their adoption and implementation. It also facilitates state-based activities, such as: financing mechanisms for institutional retrofit programs; loan program and management; energy savings performance contracting; comprehensive residential programs for homeowners; transportation programs that accelerate use of alternative fuels; and renewable programs that remove barriers and support supply side and distributed renewable energy. The program provides financial and technical assistance to State governments to create and implement a variety of energy efficiency and conservation projects in order to provide leadership to maximize the benefits of energy efficiency and renewable energy through communications and outreach activities, technology deployment, and accessing new partnerships and resources across the geographic panorama of the United States and its territories. The program’s objectives are: * To reduce fossil fuel emissions created as a result of activities within the jurisdictions of eligible entities; * To reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and * To improve energy efficiency in the transportation, building, and other sectors.

Examples of Funded Projects

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

$266,904 - $287,766,400

Accomplishments

Account Identification

89-0321-0-1-270

Types of Assistance

A - Formula Grants

Credentials and Documentation

Compliance with Federal, State and local environmental statutes and regulations, as required under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Only one application from each State, in compliance with State and local environmental statutes and regulations. Costs will be determined in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 subpart E for State and local governments. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.

Applicant Eligibility

All States plus the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam, Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Beneficiary Eligibility

The ultimate potential beneficiaries will be the people affected by the plan that each State develops. This is anticipated to be the State's population.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

Authorized funding is established by ECPA, NECPA, and ESA. Funds awarded annually are subject to Congressional appropriation, with no restriction on spending period. Funds are released through the Electronic Transfer System. Annual budget periods are set by each grantee within parameters established by DOE. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: See award procedures above.

Use of Assistance

Formula Grants are to be used by States for the development, implementation, or modification of State plans submitted to and approved by DOE. To be eligible for Federal assistance, each State plan must contain the five program activities required by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Public Law 94-163; and may also include a wide range of optional activities. A wide variety of activities are eligible for use of the grant funds including: * Developing / implementing an energy efficiency and conservation strategy and retaining technical consultant services to assist in the development of such a strategy. * Conducting residential and commercial building energy audits. * Establishing financial incentive programs for energy efficiency improvements (e.g., loan programs, rebate programs, waive permit fees.) * Providing grants to nonprofit organizations to perform energy efficiency retrofits. * Developing / implementing programs to conserve energy used in transportation (e.g., flex time by employees, satellite work centers, promotion of zoning requirements that promote energy efficient development, transportation infrastructure: bike lanes / pathways, pedestrian walkways, and synchronized traffic signals). * Developing and implementing building codes and inspection services to promote building energy efficiency. * Implementing energy distribution technologies. * Developing public education programs to increase participation and efficiency rates for recycling programs. * Purchasing/implementing technologies to reduce and capture methane and other greenhouse gases generated by landfills or similar sources. * Installing light emitting diodes (LEDs). * Developing, implementing, and installing renewable energy technologies on or in any government building. * Any other activity as determined by the Secretary of Energy in consultation with the Secretaries of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.Funds cannot be used for the purchase of land, buildings or any interest therein; construction of buildings or structures; research, development or demonstration of non-commercially available technology; or subsidies of public transportation, fares, utility rate demonstrations or State tax credits for energy conservation.

Deadlines

Preapplication Coordination

Preapplication coordination is required. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. No preapplication form or conference is required by DOE. A copy of the final State plan must accompany the grant application from the State. Consultation and assistance will be available from the DOE in the preparation of the application. Applicants for sub-awards from the states should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance.

Application Procedures

2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program.

States submit applications and plans (or amendment to plans) in response to 10 CFR 420 through the PAGE system (https://www.page.energy.gov/login.aspx).

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

As described under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. In addition, each State energy conservation plan must contain the five program activities required by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Public Law 94-163, and may also contain a wide range of optional activities.

Award Procedure

Grant applications will be reviewed by DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy personnel. Grant procedures are in accordance with Federal government regulations. Notification of grant awards will be issued by a DOE Procurement Office.

Date Range for Approval/Disapproval

From 60 to 90 days.

Renewals

Renewals are subject to review by the DOE program office and subject to the availability of funds. Assistance will be provided from sums appropriated for any fiscal year only upon annual application.

Appeals

As required under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.

Policy Requirements

Reports

Audits

Records

In accordance with 2 CFR 200.

Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature

As described under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and 10 CFR 420.

Formula and Matching Requirements

Regional or Local Locations:

Headquarters Office: