News and reports from the Department of Energy.

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a $72.8 million loan guarantee to finance the development of a solar-plus-long-duration-energy-storage microgrid on the Tribal lands of the Viejas (Baron Long) Group of Capitan Grande Band of Mission Indians of the Viejas Reservation near Alpine, California. This initiative is part of the Investing in America agenda and aims to provide reliable renewable energy generation and storage infrastructure.

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced an additional $9 million investment in the Industrial Training and Assessment Centers (ITAC) Implementation Grants program. This funding, part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, aims to support 47 small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) across the country. The initiative will enable these manufacturers to implement various energy efficiency projects, including the installation of onsite solar and heat pumps, improvements in lighting and heating, and the electrification of industrial equipment and fleets.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $40 million investment to support the solar energy supply chain, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda. This funding aims to enhance the lifecycle of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems by increasing their lifespan and facilitating material recovery once decommissioned.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the allocation of $138 million in funding to 91 early career scientists across the United States. This initiative is part of the Early Career Research Program (ECRP) and aims to support research in areas such as artificial intelligence, fusion energy, and quantum technologies. The awards align with the Biden-Harris Administration’s strategy to nurture future STEM leaders and bolster America's position as a global leader in scientific innovation.

Los hogares de Nuevo México pueden recibir hasta $14,000 a través del programa de Programas de Reembolso de Energía para el Hogar para ahorrar energía y dinero en actualizaciones de eficiencia energética para el hogar.

The Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America Agenda Will Support 293 Projects Across 33 States to Improve Hydroelectric Facilities, Increase Dam Safety, Mitigate Fish and Wildlife Impacts, and Increase Access to Affordable, Carbon-free Electricity.

On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the allocation of over $31 million in funding to 12 local governments and tribes through the Communities Sparking Investments in Transformative Energy (C-SITE) initiative. This effort aligns with the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda and aims to support high-impact clean energy projects in disadvantaged communities, energy transition communities, and small- and medium-sized jurisdictions.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $66 million to 17 states and territories through its Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Capitalization Grant Program. The RLF assists states in making capital available to fund energy efficiency projects in public buildings.

New Mexico Households Can Receive up to $14,000 Through the Home Energy Rebate Programs to Save Energy and Save Money on Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades

In support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced nearly $62 million for 20 projects across 15 states to advance clean hydrogen technologies. These projects aim to enhance hydrogen fueling infrastructure, develop hydrogen-powered container-handling equipment for ports, and improve processes for deploying hydrogen technologies equitably.

At Full Deployment, Eligible Arizona Homeowners Can Receive up to $14,000 Through the Home Energy Rebate Programs to Save Energy and Save Money on Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released the 2024 U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER), revealing a significant increase in clean energy employment, which grew by 142,000 jobs in 2023. This growth accounted for more than half of new energy sector jobs and outpaced the overall U.S. employment rate.

The Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $12.62 million to 35 state, local, and tribal governments to support clean energy projects aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing costs. The funding is part of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program under the Investing in America agenda.

The Biden-Harris Administration announced today the allocation of $521 million in grants to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative-fueling infrastructure across 29 states, two Federally Recognized Tribes, and the District of Columbia. This initiative includes the deployment of over 9,200 EV charging ports.

On August 27, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that over $240 million will be allocated to nineteen state and local governments for the adoption and implementation of advanced energy-efficient or innovative building codes. This initiative is part of the administration's Investing in America agenda, aimed at reducing utility costs for residents and commercial building operators while combating climate change.