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Renew America's Schools Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The Renew America's Schools Program aims to enhance clean energy infrastructure in K-12 public schools nationwide, reducing energy costs, improving indoor air quality, and fostering healthier learning environments.
The program funds energy infrastructure improvements such as new HVAC and ventilation systems, renewable energy technologies, and building envelope and lighting projects. The 2024 Renew America's Schools Prize simplifies the application process and expedites awards.
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Renew America's Schools | Department of Energy The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched the $500 million Renew America’s Schools Program to promote the implementation of energy improvements at K-12 public schools across the country. This first-of-its-kind investment aims to help school communities make energy upgrades that will decrease energy use and costs, improve indoor air quality, and foster healthier learning environments.
The Renew America’s Schools Program released its first round of funding in 2022 with the Renew America’s Schools Grant. In August of 2024, selectees for the second round of funding, the 2024 Renew America’s Schools Prize and Grant selectees were announced. To date, the Renew America’s Schools Program has invested $372.
5 million in public school districts across America, supporting capacity-building initiatives for energy management at over two dozen Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), and funding improvement projects at approximately 410 facilities across 36 states - directly benefitting approximately 197,000 students and 14,000 teachers.
Learn About Our Past Competitions 2024 Renew America's Schools Prize and Grant Visit the 2024 Renew America's Prize and Grant page to learn more about selectees and their projects. 2022-2023 Renew America's Schools Grant /cmei/scep/renew-americas-schools-grant-2022-23 Visit the 2022-2023 Renew America's Grant page to learn more about selectees and their projects.
State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) Consortium of One Local Education Agency and one or more Schools, Non-Profits, For-Profits, and Community Partners
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: K-12 public school districts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500 million total program funding, with $180 million for the 2024 Renew America's Schools Prize. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
This listing does not include a published deadline, but it is a periodic program. Check the official notice for the current cycle's exact dates.
Renew America's Schools Program is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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