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Biden Administration’s Investing in America Agenda Will Help California
Since 2022, the Department of Energy (DOE) has provided more than $250 million to California state and local governments as part of the Biden administration’s Investing in America Agenda. Some of these funds have gone towards advancing equity through the Justice40 Initiative, including projects that improve energy efficiency and resiliency. Visit DOE’s website to learn about recent developments in the state.
Successful State Energy Program Attracts Investments and Creates Jobs
The California Energy Commission’s Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) initial $1.1 billion investment has resulted in a tenfold return on investment. EPIC funding awardees have earned more than $10.5 billion in additional funding from investors to advance technologies that address environmental sustainability, reliability and affordability of the electric system. Visit the Energy Commission’s website to learn about EPIC’s success.
Proposed California Electricity Rate Redesign Centers Equity
Legislation passed in 2022 requires the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to develop income-graduated fixed charges (IGFCs) for residential electricity bills by 2025. Rebalancing rates through IGFCs will alleviate some of the burden customers in households navigating low incomes bear related to funding utility operations. Coupled with reduced volumetric rates, these changes will more fairly fund the state’s energy and climate policies. Keep reading to better understand CPUC’s proposed rate reform.
Biden Administration Announces Creation of White House Office of Environmental Justice
To help mitigate the negative impact federal agencies have on the environment, President Biden signed an executive order to set up a new Office of Environmental Justice. The office will hold federal agencies responsible for harmful environmental health impacts on communities and work with them to prevent future harm. Discover what other environmental justice initiatives were announced.
U.S. Department of Energy making strides towards more equitable energy policies
The Justice40 and Equity in Energy initiatives guide the development of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) policies addressing the historical negligence of disadvantaged, disinvested and environmental justice communities. Learn how DOE’s energy justice division is paying special attention to how the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act can benefit underserved communities equitably.
California tribal governments set to make infrastructure improvements with support from state agencies
A California Energy Commission resolution commits the agency to supporting tribal governments throughout the state in modernizing critical infrastructure and achieving energy sovereignty. The agency, along with the California Public Utilities Commission, will work with tribes to secure Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) funding from the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act. Read the details of California Energy Commission’s commitment to action.
Tribal communities can apply for DOE funds to strengthen energy security
New funding is available to tribal nations pursuing energy conservation solutions from the Department of Energy (DOE). In an effort to support a more equitable future for tribal nations, DOE has reserved $50 million to fund projects that lower energy costs and strengthen energy security and resiliency. Visit the Energy Funding Opportunity Exchange to learn more about this announcement.
Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook Outlines Clean Energy Tax Incentives and Investment Programs
President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act advances the Justice40 Initiative by providing $370 billion to fund clean energy solutions. The newly released guidebook explains the tax incentives and investment programs related to the law. Read on to access one-page summaries of each programs’ eligible uses, learn about potential beneficiaries and find other important information.
Northern California tribe’s energy strategy sets a good example for other nations
Investing in new technology has helped the Blue Lake Rancheria tribe become more energy independent. The tribe’s leaders worked with outside partners and received financial aid to afford these improvements. As a result of these investment, the community is better prepared for long-term success. Resources, like Inflation Reduction Act funding opportunities, are available to help tribes with energy-saving projects. Read the full details on the Blue Lake Rancheria tribe’s path to resilience.
More Than $720 Million in Funds Set Aside for Tribal Nations as Part of Inflation Reduction Act
Tribes investing in clean energy and combating climate change can now access incentives, tax deductions and tax credits. Many efforts and projects that tribes take on are eligible for direct funding opportunities through the Inflation Reduction Act. Find out how these funds are distributed.
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Biden Administration’s Investing in America Agenda Will Help California
Since 2022, the Department of Energy (DOE) has provided more than $250 million to California state and local governments as part of the Biden administration’s Investing in America Agenda. Some of these funds have gone towards advancing equity through the Justice40 Initiative, including projects that improve energy efficiency and resiliency. Visit DOE’s website to learn about recent developments in the state.
Successful State Energy Program Attracts Investments and Creates Jobs
The California Energy Commission’s Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) initial $1.1 billion investment has resulted in a tenfold return on investment. EPIC funding awardees have earned more than $10.5 billion in additional funding from investors to advance technologies that address environmental sustainability, reliability and affordability of the electric system. Visit the Energy Commission’s website to learn about EPIC’s success.
Proposed California Electricity Rate Redesign Centers Equity
Legislation passed in 2022 requires the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to develop income-graduated fixed charges (IGFCs) for residential electricity bills by 2025. Rebalancing rates through IGFCs will alleviate some of the burden customers in households navigating low incomes bear related to funding utility operations. Coupled with reduced volumetric rates, these changes will more fairly fund the state’s energy and climate policies. Keep reading to better understand CPUC’s proposed rate reform.
Biden Administration Announces Creation of White House Office of Environmental Justice
To help mitigate the negative impact federal agencies have on the environment, President Biden signed an executive order to set up a new Office of Environmental Justice. The office will hold federal agencies responsible for harmful environmental health impacts on communities and work with them to prevent future harm. Discover what other environmental justice initiatives were announced.
U.S. Department of Energy making strides towards more equitable energy policies
The Justice40 and Equity in Energy initiatives guide the development of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) policies addressing the historical negligence of disadvantaged, disinvested and environmental justice communities. Learn how DOE’s energy justice division is paying special attention to how the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act can benefit underserved communities equitably.
California tribal governments set to make infrastructure improvements with support from state agencies
A California Energy Commission resolution commits the agency to supporting tribal governments throughout the state in modernizing critical infrastructure and achieving energy sovereignty. The agency, along with the California Public Utilities Commission, will work with tribes to secure Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) funding from the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act. Read the details of California Energy Commission’s commitment to action.
Tribal communities can apply for DOE funds to strengthen energy security
New funding is available to tribal nations pursuing energy conservation solutions from the Department of Energy (DOE). In an effort to support a more equitable future for tribal nations, DOE has reserved $50 million to fund projects that lower energy costs and strengthen energy security and resiliency. Visit the Energy Funding Opportunity Exchange to learn more about this announcement.
Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook Outlines Clean Energy Tax Incentives and Investment Programs
President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act advances the Justice40 Initiative by providing $370 billion to fund clean energy solutions. The newly released guidebook explains the tax incentives and investment programs related to the law. Read on to access one-page summaries of each programs’ eligible uses, learn about potential beneficiaries and find other important information.
Northern California tribe’s energy strategy sets a good example for other nations
Investing in new technology has helped the Blue Lake Rancheria tribe become more energy independent. The tribe’s leaders worked with outside partners and received financial aid to afford these improvements. As a result of these investment, the community is better prepared for long-term success. Resources, like Inflation Reduction Act funding opportunities, are available to help tribes with energy-saving projects. Read the full details on the Blue Lake Rancheria tribe’s path to resilience.
More Than $720 Million in Funds Set Aside for Tribal Nations as Part of Inflation Reduction Act
Tribes investing in clean energy and combating climate change can now access incentives, tax deductions and tax credits. Many efforts and projects that tribes take on are eligible for direct funding opportunities through the Inflation Reduction Act. Find out how these funds are distributed.
