Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced in a recent press release that the PSC’s Office of Energy Innovation will begin accepting applications for clean energy programs beginning in November. These programs, including the Wisconsin Grid Resilience Grant Program, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, and the Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP), are designed to upgrade and strengthen energy infrastructure in the state, helping to ensure access to secure, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy while accelerating the state’s clean energy economy. These programs will infuse approximately $20 million into Wisconsin, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) signed by President Biden in 2021.
The EIGP supports a wide variety of energy projects. This year, $7.8 million will be available, funded by the BIL. Grants are available for Wisconsin manufacturers, municipalities, universities, schools, hospitals, Native Nations, and like entities. The application period begins Nov. 30 and will remain open until March 1.
The new EECBG Program was created to support local governments and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce fossil fuel emissions and improve energy efficiency. To meet these goals, Wisconsin is making $2.3 million available for eligible rural local governments. The application period begins Nov. 30 and will remain open until Jan. 31. A separate stream of EECBG funds has been directly allocated to Native Nations and many municipalities in Wisconsin.
The new Wisconsin Grid Resilience Grant Program was created to improve the resiliency of the electric grid. Eligible activities can receive nearly $10 million in grant funding over two fiscal years. The application period begins Nov. 16 and will remain open until Feb. 16.
The latest updates and additional resources can be found on the PSC Office of Energy Innovation website.
