EPA’s proposed advanced certification program, beyond the core ENERGY STAR for New Homes program requirements, is open for public comment through November 15, 2021. The advanced program will provide additional recognition for the next generation of homes and apartments that incorporate efficient electric technologies such... Read More
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) announced the winners of the 2021 Climate and Energy Leadership Awards on October 13. These projects were recognized for contributing to COG’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and advancing equity across the region by prioritizing historically... Read More
The DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DC SEU) is seeking qualified service providers for multiple scopes of work in support of its energy efficiency and renewable energy programs in the District. To view more information about this opportunity and to apply visit DC SEU. Read More
To accelerate the replacement of diesel school buses across Virginia’s public school districts, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is now accepting round two applications for battery electric and propane school buses through the Clean School Bus Program. The deadline for applications is February... Read More
The Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund (CFPF) was established to provide support for regions and localities across Virginia to reduce the impacts of flooding, including flooding driven by climate change. The fund will prioritize projects that are in concert with local, state and federal floodplain management... Read More
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) appropriated funds to the EPA for “activities that identify and address disproportionate environmental or public health harms and risks in minority populations or low-income populations.” The 2021 ARP Electric School Bus Rebates offers $7 million to eligible... Read More
The Maryland Energy Administration’s Maryland Smart Energy Communities (MSEC) program is designed to support local governments as they voluntarily adopt energy policies (and commit to them for the long term) leading to a sustained reduction in energy usage, cost savings, and additional opportunities for renewable... Read More
After Democrats assumed control of all three branches of state government in 2020, they saw an opportunity to raise funds for flood preparedness in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a carbon cap-and-trade market involving 10 other New England and Mid-Atlantic states. See the full story... Read More
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. The Community Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the client application process. This will include outreach, screening, home site... Read More
The Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $3.5 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 competitive grant funding to support transit services for the 2021 Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility (ICAM) pilot program. Under the ICAM pilot program, funds... Read More