DOE State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP)

Today marks the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month. We celebrate the contributions, culture, and rich history of Hispanic and Latino communities across the country.

Tune in to DOE's upcoming webinar: "Funding Strategies for Nonprofits and Schools" on September 25th 2-3 pm ET! Hear from experts who will discuss how to identify local rebate and incentive programs and examples from organizations who are benefitting from this type of funding. Register today to start the journey towards creating more energy efficient facilities and lowering utility costs: https://lnkd.in/ehpFxYE2

On this day of reflection, we pay tribute to the strength of our nation and our resilient spirit that emerged from the 9/11 tragedy. Let us always remember and honor the lost lives and the brave hearts who didn't think twice about lending a hand. Hope and resilience - that's what defines us.

?? Discover how the Tejada family in Queens, New York is reducing their energy bills with the help of clean energy solutions! They expect to save an average of $2,000 per year after making energy-efficient upgrades to their home. Supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's and their Home Energy Rebate program, it's a great example of the importance of energy savings. Watch their story here: https://bit.ly/47mr2c2. https://lnkd.in/eNvfCVfr

Join us tomorrow for an insightful dialogue at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 2024 Annual Legislative Conference. SCEP's Acting Principal Deputy Director Keishaa Austin will shed light on workforce development initiatives and how programs are promoting equity in the clean energy transition.

? We are excited to share that SCEP's Acting Principal Deputy Director, Keishaa Austin, will be speaking during a session at this week's Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 2024 Annual Legislative Conference. Focused on "Just Jobs in Clean and Green Energy Transition", panelists will discuss opportunities for equitable job opportunities in clean energy. Sept 12 @ 11 am ET. For more info about the CBCF's 2024 Conference being held September 11- September 15 in Washington, DC. https://lnkd.in/g8ZniXz9 Learn about SCEP's Workforce Development and Business Owner Training Programs https://lnkd.in/eUTSxham

?? Apply to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Project Specialist position! Check out the details here: https://lnkd.in/e_QS2Zfv Position opens September 9, 2024 and closes September 16, 2024. (Note that the announcement could close sooner once 150 applicants apply.) Join a diverse and inclusive team at EECBG and make a difference managing EECBG Program formula grants including cultivating relationships with grantees and advising them on grant compliance and project development. For more on careers at the DOE and to learn about the EECBG Program, visit https://lnkd.in/dqFcMdy8 and https://lnkd.in/g5NMMmE9

?? A nationwide clean energy transition is possible...especially when all communities take part. We're excited to share that U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will award $31M to 12 Tribes and local governments to implement clean energy projects that spark investments and provide community benefits ??. Learn more??about how these communities are lowering energy costs, creating economic opportunity and increasing resilience through their projects. https://lnkd.in/eCb_x_eS This announcement launches the new Communities Sparking Investment in Transformative Energy (C-SITE) program, funded by the annual Local Government Energy Program at SCEP, serving small to medium-sized jurisdictions, disadvantaged communities, and energy communities. Learn more! https://lnkd.in/dz5tRYUz

? We're bringing together the??best minds of industry, academia and public sector entities to collaborate and support Energy Future Grants grantees. U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Rocky Mountain Institute and Southface Institute as the lead cohort facilitators and Sustainable Capital Advisors as the specialized lead to the EFG Technical Assistance Cohorts Program, which offers technical assistance to local, state, and tribal governments in and across the transportation, power, and building sectors. Providers will work alongside DOE to develop curriculum, training and collaboration opportunities, and provide direct support to EFG Phase 1 projects. EFG Phase 1 awardees will have the opportunity to evaluate the offerings and share feedback for potential future iterations of the program Learn more here! https://lnkd.in/eVc_yz34

Unlock the potential of your higher education institution with insights from the Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC). ?? On September 11th at 2:00pm EDT, join U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory for a public webinar on ESPC in Higher Education - Applying Lessons Learned. This event will feature an interview with Dean Hansen, Director of Facilities Management at the University of Mississippi, on how lessons from past projects are supporting a new campus-wide ESPC effort. All ESPC Campaign partners, institutions of higher education, and ESPC stakeholders are invited to explore: ??How lessons learned can enhance ESPC projects at Ole Miss and beyond ??What resources can be leveraged for ESPC projects ??The value of eProject eXpress for project teams to manage, track, and report on project achievements ?? Start your ESPC projects on the right foot, register for the webinar today! https://lnkd.in/eQska34P #ESPCCampaign #EnergyEfficiency #EnergySavings #PublicBuildings