Renew America's Schools Prize

The 2025 Renew America's Schools Prize is a funding opportunity aimed at supporting energy efficiency and renewable energy projects at public K-12 schools. The program is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's initiative to lower energy costs and improve indoor air quality in schools. The prize is a $90 million investment launched in December 2024, with the application period closing in April 2025. This initiative is designed to help school districts build capacity, perform energy audits, and implement energy improvement projects across their facilities. The program is particularly focused on local educational agencies that qualify as rural and/or high poverty, aiming to create healthier learning environments and redirect funds to support students and teachers.