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{{Program | |||
|ProgramName=State Energy Program | |||
|ProgramType=Program | |||
|OrgSponsor=U.S. Department of Energy | |||
|CreationLegislation=Energy Policy and Conservation Act | |||
|Mission=The State Energy Program (SEP) provides funding and technical assistance to states and territories to enhance energy security, advance state-led energy initiatives, and increase energy affordability. It supports the development and implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy measures tailored to each state's unique resources and goals. | |||
|Website=https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/state-energy-program | |||
}} | |||
==Overview== | |||
'''U.S. Department of Energy''' (DOE) administers the State Energy Program (SEP) to support states and territories in reducing energy use, improving efficiency, and promoting renewable energy. SEP is designed to leverage state resources to achieve measurable energy savings and economic benefits. | |||
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/state-energy-program}} | |||
==Goals== | |||
* Increase energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption across the U.S. | |||
* Promote the adoption of renewable energy technologies. | |||
* Enhance energy security and resilience at the state level. | |||
* Specific targets include reducing energy waste in buildings and supporting job creation in the clean energy sector. | |||
==Organization== | |||
The SEP is managed by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP). It operates through a federal-state partnership where each state has a State Energy Office (SEO) that administers the program. Funding is provided through formula grants determined by state population and energy consumption, alongside competitive grants for specific projects. Partnerships include collaborations with local governments, tribal nations, and various non-profit organizations. | |||
==Impact and Outcomes== | |||
Since its inception, SEP has facilitated significant achievements: | |||
- Over 45,000 buildings have undergone energy efficiency upgrades, saving over 250 million square feet of energy waste. | |||
- More than 117,000 renewable energy systems have been installed, contributing to cleaner energy production. | |||
- The program has supported job creation and workforce development in the energy sector. | |||
Challenges include varying state capabilities to utilize funds effectively and ensuring long-term sustainability of projects post-funding. | |||
==Sponsors== | |||
* [[U.S. Department of Energy|Department of Energy]] - [[Office of State and Community Energy Programs|Office of State and Community Energy Programs]] | |||
[[Category:Partnerships]] | |||
==Background and History== | |||
The SEP was established during the 1970s energy crisis to promote energy conservation and reduce reliance on foreign oil. It was formalized under the [[Energy Policy and Conservation Act]]. Over the years, the program has evolved to encompass not only energy conservation but also the promotion of renewable energy technologies. SEP has been crucial in state-level energy planning and has expanded with initiatives like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to further support clean energy deployments. | |||
==Funding== | |||
- Funding for SEP has historically been through annual appropriations by Congress, with additional support from legislation like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which allocated $500 million in 2021. | |||
- Funding began in the 1970s and continues without a defined end date, subject to annual Congressional appropriations. | |||
- There have been no significant financial controversies associated with the SEP. | |||
==Implementation== | |||
SEP operates without a defined end date, focusing on long-term energy strategies. Implementation involves: | |||
- States receive formula grants based on their population and energy consumption, and can apply for competitive grants for innovative projects. | |||
- Technical assistance is provided to help states maximize the benefits of federal funding. | |||
- States develop and implement their own energy strategies, often involving public-private partnerships. | |||
==Leadership== | |||
The leader of the SEP holds the position of Director of the Office of State and Community Energy Programs. | |||
==See Also== | |||
* [[Energy Policy and Conservation Act]] | |||
* [[Renewable Energy in the United States]] | |||
==External Links== | |||
* https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/state-energy-program | |||
* https://www.energy.gov/scep | |||
===Social media=== | |||
* https://twitter.com/Energy | |||
==References== | |||
<ref name="SEP Overview">{{cite web |title=About the State Energy Program |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/about-state-energy-program |accessdate=January 28, 2025}}</ref> | |||
<ref name="SEP Funding">{{cite web |title=State Energy Program |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/wipo/state-energy-program |accessdate=January 28, 2025}}</ref> | |||
<ref name="BIL Funding">{{cite web |title=Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding |url=https://www.energy.gov/bil/state-energy-program |accessdate=January 28, 2025}}</ref> | |||
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[[Category:Programs and initiatives]] | |||
[[Category:Programs]] | |||
[[Category:U.S. Department of Energy]] | |||
== Programs == | == Programs == | ||