Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants
Stored: Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Grid Deployment Office |
| Top Organization | Department of Energy |
| Creation Legislation | Bipartisan Infrastructure Law |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | Funds states and tribes to bolster the power grid against disasters, boosting reliability and sustainability with resilient energy projects. |
| Program Start | 2022 |
| Initial Funding | $459 million per year for 5 years[1] |
| Duration | Until 2026 |
| Historic | No |
Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants provide funding to states, territories, and Tribal nations to bolster the resilience of the electric grid against wildfires, extreme weather, and other natural disasters. This program supports projects that enhance grid reliability, reduce outage frequency and duration, and facilitate the transition to a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure.[2]
Goals
- Enhance grid resilience to prevent and mitigate impacts from natural disasters.[3]
- Support the deployment of technologies and strategies to modernize the grid.
- Promote equitable access to resilient energy infrastructure.
Organization
The program is managed by the Grid Deployment Office (GDO) within the U.S. Department of Energy. It operates through a formula-based grant system to distribute funds according to specific criteria like population, area, and historical mitigation efforts. The leadership involves the Director of the GDO, with oversight from DOE's management.
The leader of the program holds the title/position of Director of the Grid Deployment Office.
Partners
- No specific partnerships are explicitly listed, but the program involves collaboration with states, tribes, and territories.
History
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021, this program was established to address increasing threats to the electric grid from climate change and natural disasters. It was designed to complement other grid modernization efforts by providing non-competitive funding based on a formula, ensuring all states and tribes have access to resources for grid resilience. Key historical events include the first round of funding allocations in 2022, with subsequent annual distributions.
Funding
The program was initially funded with $459 million per year for five years, totaling $2.3 billion.[4] This funding supports projects through grants, with recipients required to provide a match to the federal funds.
Implementation
Implementation involves:
- Distribution of funds based on a pre-determined formula to eligible entities.
- Projects focus on grid hardening, vegetation management, and advanced technology deployment.
- Technical assistance provided by DOE to help recipients plan and implement projects effectively.
The program is set to conclude in 2026 unless extended by further legislation.
Related
External links
- https://www.energy.gov/gdo/grid-resilience-state-and-tribal-formula-grants
- wikipedia:Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants
Social media
No specific social media accounts for this program; follow the Department of Energy for updates.
References
- ↑ "Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants". https://www.energy.gov/gdo/grid-resilience-state-and-tribal-formula-grants. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants". https://www.energy.gov/gdo/grid-resilience-state-and-tribal-formula-grants. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants". https://www.energy.gov/gdo/grid-resilience-state-and-tribal-formula-grants. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants". https://www.energy.gov/gdo/grid-resilience-state-and-tribal-formula-grants. Retrieved January 30, 2025.