Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants Program (EECBG)

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants Program (EECBG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs Office (WIPO). The EECBG program provides funding to local governments to develop and implement energy efficiency and conservation strategies, including building energy audits, financial incentive programs, and infrastructure improvements.

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program The program provided financial and technical assistance to assist State and local governments create and implement a variety of energy efficiency and conservation projects.

The program’s objectives were: * To reduce fossil fuel emissions created as a result of activities within the jurisdictions of eligible entities; * To reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and * To improve energy efficiency in the transportation, building, and other sectors. This assistance was originally issued as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009.

All ARRA funding expired by law on 09/30/2015. However, this Assistance Listing was employed again under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021. Funding was last made available for new grants in 2023.

The EECBG Program provided federal funding to states, local governments, and Tribes to implement energy efficiency and conservation projects that reduce energy use, lower costs, and support community resilience. ENERGY - IQ Sustainability American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009.

, Public Law 111-5 The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) was authorized in Title V, Subtitle E of the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007. , Public Law 110-140 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021.

, Public Law 117-58 Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act (CHIPs); Supreme Court Security Funding Act of 2022, Public Law 117-167 _These funding amounts do not reflect the award amounts that are displayed on USASpending. gov_ **This listing is funded for the current fiscal year.

** Compliance with Federal, State and local environmental statutes and regulations, as required under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. This program is covered by applicable Cost Principles contained in the Code of Federal Regulations, TITLE 2--Grants and Agreements. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.

U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia), U.S. Territory (or Possession) Government (including freely-associated states) State and local governments including US Territories and Possessions. U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia), U.S. Territory (or Possession) Government (including freely-associated states) Individuals and families.

A wide variety of activities are eligible for use of the grant funds including: * Developing/implementing an energy efficiency and conservation strategy and retaining technical consultant services to assist in the development of such a strategy. * Conducting residential and commercial building energy audits.

* Establishing financial incentive programs for energy efficiency improvements (e.g., loan programs, rebate programs, waive permit fees.) * Providing grants to nonprofit organizations to perform energy efficiency retrofits.

* Developing/implementing programs to conserve energy used in transportation (e.g., flex time by employees, satellite work centers, promotion of zoning requirements that promote energy efficient development, transportation infrastructure: bike lanes/pathways, pedestrian walkways, and synchronized traffic signals). * Developing and implementing building codes and inspection services to promote building energy efficiency.

* Implementing energy distribution technologies. * Developing public education programs to increase participation and efficiency rates for recycling programs. * Purchasing/implementing technologies to reduce and capture methane and other greenhouse gases generated by landfills or similar sources.

* Installing light emitting diodes (LEDs). * Developing, implementing, and installing renewable energy technologies on or in any government building. * Any other activity as determined by the Secretary of Energy in consultation with the Secretaries of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Oct 01, 2024 to Sep 30, 2025 Preapplication coordination is required. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E.

O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.

No preapplication form or conference is required by DOE. Consultation and assistance will be available from DOE in the preparation of the application. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program.

Opportunity Posted Location: Other Application Procedures Location: URL As described under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, 2021. States and eligible units of local governments and Tribes have submitted applications for available allocation. No new funding will be provided in FY26.

Not Applicable. Deadlines are identified in the Funding Opportunity Announcement. Not Applicable.

Renewals are subject to review by the headquarters program office and subject to the availability of funds. Not Applicable. As required under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, 2021.

The following 2CFR policy requirements apply to this assistance listing: Subpart B, General provisions Subpart C, Pre-Federal Award Requirements and Contents of Federal Awards Subpart D, Post Federal; Award Requirements Subpart E, Cost Principles Subpart F, Audit Requirements The following 2CFR policy requirements are excluded from coverage under this assistance listing: **Progress/Performance Reports :**Quarterly project and financial status reports are required.

Additional terms and conditions are invoked by ARRA 2009. A final report is required at the end of the contract period. In accordance with the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, EPACT 1992 and 2005, ARRA 2009, IIJA 2021 and DOE procurement procedures.

A 10-year tracking and follow-up reporting mechanism may be required. Quarterly project and financial status reports are required. , Frequency: Quarterly Additional audit requirements: Audit procedures in accordance with 2 CFR 200 Subpart F.

In addition, audit requirements need to comply with the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and DOE procurement procedures as well as with 2 CFR 200. , In accordance with the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and DOE procurement procedures.

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