Updated August 27, 2009

ARRA DOE Application (pdf)

Request for Grant Applications:
see Projects section below

On March 12, 2009, the Department of Energy (DOE) released the guidelines and the funding allocations for the State Energy Program (SEP) Formula Grant portion of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 directs the states to focus SEP funding on energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Specifically, the ARRA calls for expanding existing programs or creating new programs to carry out SEP activities. Monies will be directed to energy efficiency retrofits of buildings and facilities, and to support renewable energy projects.

The Utah State Energy Program (USEP) was allocated $35.2 million to support energy efficiency, energy conservation, and renewable energy programs. To receive funding, an initial application by USEP was submitted on March 24, 2009. A comprehensive application is due May 12, 2009. Once awarded, USEP has 18 months to commit the funds and 36 months to expend all funds.

During the initial 18 months, USEP will be issuing requests for proposals (RFP) for programs and projects. For more information go to the DOE’s SEP Web site or revist this Web site.

If you have any questions regarding the projects, applications, or the grant program itself, please email recoveryrfp@utah.gov or call (801) 538-5428.

Projects

Energy Outreach, Education and Marketing Campaigns
USEP has issued a Request for Grant Applications (RGA) for those interested in providing Energy Outreach, Education and/or Marketing Campaigns.

To submit an application, please go to www.bidsync.com, register for free, use commodity code 910-16, and access RGA number AR10022 (use as Bid Number in their Bid Search feature).

Energy Efficiency Education and Consultation for Industry
USEP has issued a Request for Grant Applications (RGA) for those interested in providing Energy Efficiency Education and Consultation for Industry.

Anyone interested in submitting an application should go to www.bidsync.com. There is no cost for registration. The RGA access number is AR10020 (use as Bid Number in their Bid Search feature). When registering, register with the commodity code 910-16.

News Releases

A New Round of Grant Applications Sought for Energy Efficiency Efforts in Utah (August 10, 2009)

State Energy Program Announces Request for Grant Applications (July 30, 2009)