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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Energy

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Oil and Gas Research Program Grant
$25,000,000
North Dakota Industrial Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for innovative projects that enhance oil recovery methods in North Dakota, particularly targeting collaborations between oil operators, service companies, and research institutions.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Small Building Re-tuning Workforce Development Program
$450,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare workers for energy efficiency jobs in small buildings, helping to meet upcoming energy performance standards in Washington, D.C.

Energy
Nonprofits
Mark W. Schwiebert Fund for Environmental Studies Grant
$2,850
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, universities, and government entities in Illinois and Iowa that focus on educating the public about climate change and natural resource depletion or conducting research for sustainable solutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clean Fleet Vehicle & Technology Grant Program
$450,000
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to organizations in Colorado for transitioning their vehicle fleets to low- and zero-emission alternatives, supporting efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health.

Transportation
State governments
AmeriCorps Competitive Grant
Contact for amount
New Jersey Department of State Volunteer and National Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities to engage AmeriCorps participants in addressing critical community challenges across various focus areas, including education, disaster services, and environmental stewardship.

Education
City or township governments
FY25 Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) Grants
$45,000
State of Maryland, Rural Maryland Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community colleges in Maryland that focus on agricultural and forestry education, as well as rural economic and community development initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) - Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant seeks innovative commercial solutions from a wide range of organizations to enhance military and civilian infrastructure, focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency, and advanced construction technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant
$150,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that combine solar energy production with agricultural practices, specifically targeting farmers and organizations in southeastern and southwestern Colorado.

Community Development
County governments
Community Climate Action Grant Program
$267,750
Orange County North Carolina
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

This program provides funding to public entities, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in Orange County, North Carolina, to implement innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience for local communities.

Environment
County governments
Energy Impact on Wyoming Economy Study
Contact for amount
Wyoming Energy Authority (WEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations and individuals to conduct a detailed economic impact study of Wyoming's energy industry, focusing on its benefits, investments, and contributions to the state's economy.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Solar District Cup
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Energy (National Renewable Energy Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 24, 2025

This competition invites multidisciplinary student teams from U.S. colleges and universities to design and model innovative solar energy systems for specific districts or campuses, fostering real-world learning and skills in renewable energy development.

Energy
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Clean Energy Career Pathway Program
$750,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This program provides funding to educational institutions and workforce agencies in Illinois to develop training and career pathways for individuals seeking jobs in the clean energy sector.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Small Building Retuning Pilot Program
$500,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to help small buildings in Washington, D.C., such as affordable housing and community facilities, improve energy efficiency and comply with upcoming energy performance standards.

Energy
Nonprofits
Propane Autogas Vehicle Inspection Grant Program
$7,500
Propane Education & Research Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S. educational institutions and career centers to enhance automotive training programs by integrating propane autogas technology and safety education.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
California Training for Residential Energy Contractors (CA-TREC)
$5,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations in California to develop training programs that enhance the skills of the residential energy efficiency workforce, focusing on electrification and energy-efficient technologies.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Statewide Wood Waste Utilization Grant
$1,000,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations in Minnesota to develop innovative projects that utilize wood waste sustainably, promoting environmental benefits and economic growth.

Environment
Nonprofits
Fall Catalyst and DICES Climatetech Grant
$75,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to early-stage climatetech companies and researchers in Massachusetts to develop and demonstrate innovative technologies that address climate and energy challenges.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
The U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize
$50,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Bioenergy Technologies Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This competition invites teams of students from U.S. educational institutions to innovate and develop sustainable solutions for producing and processing algal biofuels and bioproducts, with a total of $250,000 in prizes available.

Energy
Individuals
Climatetech Testing and Demonstration Assets Program
$5,000,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and colleges to develop shared infrastructure and equipment that supports innovation and commercialization in the climatetech sector.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Palms Cares Grant
Contact for amount
Palms Casino Resort
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and tribal governments in Nevada to support educational programs, cultural preservation, and community health initiatives for residents facing economic challenges.

Energy
City or township governments