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The Department of Energy (DOE) announced $104 million in funding for energy-efficient projects at federal facilities through the Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) program. The projects that receive AFFECT funding will help achieve greenhouse gas emissions reduction and other energy-related goals set by President Biden’s December 2021 Executive Order.
California Awarded $4.5 Million Grant to Reduce GHG Emissions from Buildings
California has received $4.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to advance statewide building decarbonization efforts. This is part of an $18.5 million allocation across states and local governments through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. The grant supports the Local Government Building Decarbonization Challenge, aiming to reduce California’s building-related greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy efficiency initiatives statewide.
New Rule Requires Federal Agencies To Phase Out Fossil Fuel Use in Construction Projects
The Clean Energy for New Federal Buildings and Major Renovations of Federal Buildings Rule mandates that all new federal building construction or major renovations achieve net-zero emissions by 2045. The rule works in tandem with Executive Order 14057 and the other Federal Sustainability Plan actions. Read the full article on FacilitiesNet to get more details.
Department of Energy Resources Guide Helps Connect Tribal Communities With Funding Opportunities
The Biden-Harris Administration and Department of Energy (DOE) created the Tribal Nations and Native Communities Resources Guide to highlight federal funding opportunities for Tribal governments. This guide can help these communities learn about and navigate relevant energy efficiency programs, such as the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. Visit DOE’s website to access the guide.
Grant Funding Available To Assist the Development of Clean Energy Programs
Community-based organizations and Tribal Nations can receive funding through the Clean Energy Access (CEA) Grant Account to help facilitate clean energy programs. CEA Grant Account funding can be used to develop equity initiatives and clean energy access opportunities that complement other California Public Utilities Commission programs. Learn more on the California Grants Portal.
