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Public Water Supply (PWS) Energy Efficiency (EE) Grant Program is sponsored by Illinois EPA Office of Energy. This program awards funding for energy efficiency upgrades at public water supply facilities in Illinois. A match is required.
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Public Water Supply Energy Efficiency Grant Program Application period currently OPEN The Illinois EPA Office of Energy is awarding funding to support energy efficiency upgrades at public water supply (PWS) facilities, also referred to as drinking water treatment plants.
Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE) State Energy Program (SEP) supplemental funding available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The initial round of funding opportunity awarded $483,000 to three Illinois PWS facilities, enabling upgrades such as lighting and control systems, pump or drive replacements, and HVAC modifications.
These improvements are projected to save over 715,000 kWh of electricity annually. Eligible projects must be based on recommendations from a third-party energy efficiency assessment and may include: pump and motor equipment upgrades installment of variable frequency drives HVAC and lighting improvements Publicaly owned public water supply (PWS) facilities are eligible for program awards.
Applicants must register in the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) portal prior to completing an application. Applications will be scored on a competitive basis. Awards will range from $50,000 to $500,000 with a 10-20% cost share requirement based on geographical location.
The application period will close on May 4, 2026 at 5:00 pm CST. Additional program details and application package may be accessed via Amplifund portal here: https://il. amplifund.
com/Public/Opportunities/Details/fc791b17-9a1b-4ddc-b2e7-b4fea6047dc5 FAQ - PWS Energy Efficiency Grant Program Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Portal Grantee Pre-Award Requirements GATA Learning Management System - GATA Training Course Amplifund Applicant Series - How to Complete an Application Illinois Amplifund Portal Support Desk - Amplifund ZenDesk Webinar Recording - IEPA Public Water Supply Energy Efficiency Grant Program Still have question?
Send Program questions to Adena Rivas, Office of Energy - Energy Projects Coordinator at Adena. Rivas@Illinois. gov or 217-785-7332.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Publicly owned water supply facilities in Illinois that have completed a third-party energy efficiency assessment. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000 to $500,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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