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{{ | {{<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span>|ProgramName=Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program | ||
|ProgramName=Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program | |||
|ProgramType=Program | |ProgramType=Program | ||
|OrgSponsor=Office of State and Community Energy Programs | |OrgSponsor=Office of State and Community Energy Programs | ||
|TopOrganization=Department of Energy | |TopOrganization=Department of Energy | ||
|CreationLegislation=Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 | |CreationLegislation=Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 | ||
|Purpose=To assist states, local governments, and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. It supports the development of energy efficiency and conservation strategies tailored to local needs.< | |Purpose=To assist states, local governments, and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. It supports the development of energy efficiency and conservation strategies tailored to local needs.<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> | ||
|Website=https://www.energy.gov/scep/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-program | |Website=https://www.energy.gov/scep/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-program | ||
|ProgramStart=2009 | |ProgramStart=2009 | ||
|InitialFunding=$3.2 billion< | |InitialFunding=$3.2 billion<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> | ||
|Duration=Indefinite | |Duration=Indefinite | ||
|Historic=Yes | |Historic=Yes | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG)''' is designed to assist states, local governments, and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. It supports the development of energy efficiency and conservation strategies tailored to local needs, promoting sustainable energy practices across the U.S.< | '''Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG)''' is designed to assist states, local governments, and Tribes in implementing strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency. It supports the development of energy efficiency and conservation strategies tailored to local needs, promoting sustainable energy practices across the U.S.<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> | ||
{{ | {{<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span>|url=https://www.energy.gov/scep/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-program}} | ||
==Goals== | ==Goals== | ||
* Reduce overall energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.< | * Reduce overall energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> | ||
* Enhance energy efficiency in public buildings and infrastructure. | * Enhance energy efficiency in public buildings and infrastructure. | ||
* Foster local job creation through energy efficiency projects. | * Foster local job creation through energy efficiency projects. | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program was authorized by the **Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007** but was significantly funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in 2009, with an initial allocation of $3.2 billion.< | The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program was authorized by the **Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007** but was significantly funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in 2009, with an initial allocation of $3.2 billion.<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> After a period of inactivity, the program was revitalized in 2021 with new funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, emphasizing a focus on disadvantaged communities and broader eligibility criteria. Over time, EECBG has supported thousands of projects across the nation, from energy audits to renewable energy installations. | ||
==Funding== | ==Funding== | ||
The program initially received $3.2 billion in 2009. With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, an additional $550 million was allocated to extend and expand the program.< | The program initially received $3.2 billion in 2009. With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, an additional $550 million was allocated to extend and expand the program.<span class="error">Expansion depth limit exceeded</span> Funding is distributed as formula grants and competitive grants, with no specified end date, indicating a long-term commitment to energy efficiency. | ||
==Implementation== | ==Implementation== | ||
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[[Category:Programs and initiatives]] | [[Category:Programs and initiatives]] | ||
[[Category:Office of State and Community Energy Programs]] | [[Category:Office of State and Community Energy Programs]] | ||