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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategies Grant is sponsored by Mid-Minnesota Rural Development Commission (funded by Minnesota Department of Commerce and U.S. Department of Energy EECBG Program). This grant provides financial and technical assistance to cities and counties for long-term planning focused on energy efficiency practices, renewable energy technology incorporation, and climate resilience measures.
It also funds preliminary services supporting these long-term energy plans and climate resilience actions. Eligible projects include developing energy and climate resilience plans, energy audits of city- and county-owned buildings, and related technical assistance.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Cities and counties in the Mid-Minnesota region. Eligible projects include the development of energy and climate resilience plans, energy audits of city- and county-owned buildings and/or facilities, and related engineering and other technical assistance services related to improved energy efficiency, the incorporation of renewable energy, and climate resilience measures. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $20,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategies Grant is funded by Mid-Minnesota Rural Development Commission (funded by Minnesota Department of Commerce and U.S. Department of Energy EECBG Program). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Minnesota. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.
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