A number of federal agencies periodically offer funding, technical assistance and training programs, and recognition opportunities that are geared toward improving school infrastructure.
Deadline: April 15
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Community Buildings Grant Program provides funding to improve indoor air quality and mitigate wildfire smoke hazards in schools, community buildings, and other public spaces.
Businesses and tax-exempt organizations, including schools, can claim the Investment Tax Credit (Sec 48) for ground-source heat pump (aka geothermal heat pump) projects.
IRS Clean Energy Tax Credits offer refundable tax incentives for clean energy investments, allowing eligible entities to receive the full credit value as a refund.
The USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Programs provide funding for essential infrastructure projects in rural communities, such as healthcare, education, and public safety.
The Building Energy Codes Program (BECP), offers a comprehensive collection of information, resources, and technical assistance designed to answer questions and address issues related to energy codes.
The EPA is partnering with The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to offer free technical assistance to Clean School Bus Program applicants and program participants.
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, New Buildings Institute, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
The Efficient and Healthy Schools Program offers customized support for K-12 schools and districts, helping them build capacity to enhance energy efficiency and create a better learning environment.
The Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Campaign is a voluntary partnership and technical assistance program offered by the U.S. Department of Energy.
USDA’s Rural Development Telecommunications Programs provide funding to expand broadband, distance learning, and telemedicine services in underserved rural communities.