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FY26 CBE Sustainable Energy Grant is sponsored by District of Columbia Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD). Supports Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) in Washington, D. C.
, to build infrastructure for competing in the green energy economy, including energy efficiency and renewable energy sectors.
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FY26 CBE Sustainable Energy Grant | dslbd FY26 CBE Sustainable Energy Grant Watch CBE Sustainable Energy Grants: Information Session above The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is excited to announce the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Sustainable Energy Grants Program. Applications will open on February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM (ET).
This grant program is designed to support Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) that are pursuing opportunities in the growing green energy economy, including energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, and other sustainable energy sectors.
In partnership with the District Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), DSLBD is helping CBEs strengthen their capacity to compete for contracting opportunities with the DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU), DOEE, and other organizations advancing the District’s clean energy and sustainability goals.
The FY 2026 CBE Sustainable Energy Grants Program provides direct financial support to eligible CBEs to help them build the infrastructure needed to compete for and secure sustainable energy contracts.
Funding may be used to strengthen key business functions such as: Back-office operations and administrative systems Business development and contracting readiness Capacity building to pursue energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities These investments help ensure that District-based CBEs are prepared to participate in and benefit from the District’s growing clean energy economy.
DSLBD intends to award up to sixteen (16) grants , with a total of $291,000 in funding available for FY 2026. These grants are specifically targeted to support small, resident-owned, and disadvantaged CBEs that are pursuing contracting opportunities with DCSEU or other green energy and sustainability-focused programs.
This program is ideal for CBEs that: Operate in energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, or related green energy sectors Are seeking to compete for District sustainable energy contracts Want to strengthen their operational capacity and readiness for procurement opportunities Are interested in expanding their role in the District’s clean energy transition Applications will open on February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM (ET) .
Additional details, eligibility requirements, and application instructions will be provided in the full grant announcement. Applications are due on March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Click here to view the NOFA.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: CBEs operating in energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, or related green energy sectors in Washington, D. C. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $291,000 total, with individual grants to be determined. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was March 17, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
FY26 CBE Sustainable Energy Grant is funded by District of Columbia Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Washington. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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