The US Congress approved billions of dollars in clean energy funding and tax credits over the last year, including for microgrids. Now the big question is when and how the money will flow to energy projects. The Department of Energy (DOE) offered a glimpse into its plans for the $10.5 billion that is designated for energy resilience in a … [Read more...]
Look at these microgrid funding options — and think big
August 1, 2022 By
A number of federal, state and military programs may provide microgrid funding options, said participants in a recently released video of a Microgrid 2022 panel, “Making Microgrids a Building Block of U.S. Infrastructure and Climate Goals.” But be aware: such funding programs — including climate action plans — don’t necessarily use the word … [Read more...]
Biden administration marries transmission and microgrid funding in $2.5 billion program
May 11, 2022 By
The Biden administration yesterday took the first step to allot $2.5 billion to increase transmission capacity and build microgrids in certain locations. With the release of a request for information, the administration kicked off a process to fund new or improved transmission line projects that offer 500 MW to 1,000 MW of capacity and build … [Read more...]
US DOE to help 22 communities find infrastructure funds for microgrids and clean energy projects
April 13, 2022 By
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has opened the door for 22 communities to capture federal infrastructure funds for microgrids and other clean energy projects through a program that emphasizes “place-based approaches.” Called Communities LEAP (Local Energy Action Program), the initiative helps these cities, towns and tribes develop clean energy … [Read more...]
What Role Do Microgrids Play in the Biden Administration’s 40% Solar Vision?
September 10, 2021 By
A new Department of Energy (DOE) report, which finds that solar could account for about 40% of the US electricity supply by 2035, offers a vision of the role microgrids would play on an increasingly renewable grid. “We can no longer look at solar technologies in isolation — we must look at how they interact with the full energy system,” Becca … [Read more...]
State Energy Officials, Clean Energy Businesses Urge DOE to Coordinate Resilience Efforts
March 31, 2021 By
State energy officials and clean energy businesses are urging the Department of Energy (DOE) to help coordinate efforts to bolster infrastructure resilience, including microgrid development. “As recent events in Texas and the Midwest have shown once again, one of the most urgent tasks in the energy sector – production, distribution and … [Read more...]
DOE Offers Up to $35M to Accelerate Batteries and Electrification
January 4, 2021 By
The U.S. Department of Energy is making $35 million available to support research into batteries and electrification with concept papers due February 5 and full applications due on April 7. Funded through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, the program is part of an effort by the federal government to find more affordable, … [Read more...]
Why is Electrification the Next Big Move in Energy?
December 23, 2020 By
About a century ago, we began switching from fire to electricity as our main source of energy. Now, electric outlets, lights, wires and poles abound. So, job done, right? Far from it. In some ways, electrification has just begun. In fact, electrification presents itself as the next big move in energy as we strive to decarbonize the world and … [Read more...]
Proposals Due Dec. 4 for US Building Tech Solicitation
November 25, 2020 By
The General Services Administration (GSA), which manages federal property, and the Department of Energy (DOE) are seeking proposals for emerging technologies that can maintain healthy indoor air, increase building resilience and improve onsite photovoltaics in commercial buildings. The GSA and DOE plan to use selected technologies from the … [Read more...]
US GSA Seeks Information on Grid Interactive Technologies for Buildings
October 15, 2019 By
The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a request for information (RFI) for grid-interactive technologies and services that provide energy savings and load flexibility for buildings. The RFI, issued in coordination with the Department of Energy (DOE), is part of the Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings (GEB) research being done … [Read more...]
