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Communities LEAP (Local Energy Action Program) Pilot
- Currently Closed
Open Date:
Closed
Close Date:
12/17/2021
Upcoming Milestones:
Eligible Recipients:
- Local Government
- Private Sector
- Public Utility Entity
Program Purpose:
Technical Assistance
Reserved for Energy
Communities?
Yes
Funded by:
U.S. Department of Energy
Overview
The Department of Energy (DOE) Communities LEAP (Local Energy Action Program) Pilot aims to facilitate sustained community-wide economic and environmental benefits primarily through DOE’s clean energy deployment work. This opportunity is specifically open to low-income, energy-burdened communities that are also experiencing either direct environmental justice impacts, or direct economic impacts from a shift away from historical reliance on fossil fuels. Under the Communities LEAP Pilot, DOE will provide supportive services valued at up to $16M for community-driven clean energy transitions.
Funding Details
Funding Source:
- Ongoing Appropriation
Funding Type:
Technical Assistance
Total Amount Available:
$0
Limit per Applicant:
Under this pilot initiative, DOE will provide technical assistance services valued at up to a total of $16 million to support 24-36 communities to develop their own community-driven clean energy transition approach.
Estimated Awards:
24-36
Applicant Guidance
For more information, please visit https://www.energy.gov/communitiesLEAP/communities-leap.