Texas Energy Grants

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in ten Texas counties that focus on improving community well-being through initiatives in Arts & Culture, Basic Needs, Environment, and Youth Development.

This program provides financial assistance to commercial property owners in Snyder for exterior improvements that enhance the visual appeal and historic character of their businesses.

This program provides funding to Texas state agencies and local governments to purchase or lease new vehicles powered by alternative fuels and to install refueling infrastructure, aiming to reduce emissions and promote cleaner energy use in their fleets.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individuals, local governments, and businesses in Texas for replacing or upgrading older vehicles and equipment to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide emissions.

This program provides financial assistance to individuals and businesses in Texas to replace or upgrade their diesel and gasoline vehicles to cleaner natural gas-powered alternatives, helping to improve air quality and reduce emissions.

This program provides funding to individuals, businesses, and government entities in Texas for innovative projects that significantly reduce emissions from stationary sources, particularly in renewable energy and the oil and gas industry.

This program provides financial incentives for developers of new electric generating facilities in Texas that can produce 100 MW or more, helping to ensure a reliable power supply for the state.

This program provides financial support to commercial property owners and business tenants in Boyd to improve the exterior appearance and accessibility of their properties through renovations and enhancements.

This program provides financial assistance to property owners in Seguin's Downtown Historic District for exterior improvements that enhance the historic character and aesthetic of their buildings.

This grant provides financial support for projects and events that boost community development, tourism, and economic growth in McKinney, Texas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profits and government entities in Harris County to implement projects that combat homelessness through services like outreach, emergency shelter, and rapid re-housing.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Sacramento County to enhance their operations and community engagement over a three-year period.

This program provides financial assistance to young agricultural producers in Texas who are starting or expanding their farming businesses.

This grant provides funding for community-led projects in the Greater Houston area that promote electric transportation solutions and enhance access to clean mobility options for underserved populations.

The City of Dallas Office of Environmental Quality and Sustainability’s (OEQS) Urban Agriculture Division announces its partnership with Dallas County Health and Human Services on the implementation of an Urban Agriculture Infrastructure Support Program. Donor Name: City of Dallas State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The main goal of UAISP is to strengthen the capacities of urban growers and farmers in the city of Dallas, thereby advancing food security, fostering healthier communities, and mitigating disparities within the local food system. More specifically, the grant aims to assist farmers and food growers in the planning, design, and installation of eligible infrastructures, while also streamlining the permitting process.  Funding Information The available amount for this pilot program grant is $99,600 with maximum reimbursements of up to $10,000 per applicant.  Allowable Expenditures  Permissible costs mainly encompass expenditures associated with the planning, design, and/or implementation of power or water infrastructure to support the production, aggregation, and/or processing of food. Projects involved in activities falling within this scope will receive preferential consideration during the application evaluation and selection process. The following is an itemized list of some costs that the program will reimburse: Project/Infrastructure plans or designs.  Urban agriculture infrastructure counseling and professional services  Utility connections to on or off-grid water systems, including drip irrigations.  Utility connections for off-grid energy supporting urban agriculture operations. Contracted labor/installations. Greenhouses/hoop houses.  Versatile high tunnels (multi-season).  Cold storage temperature control equipment. Grow light systems.  Bee hives.  Other expenses deemed allowable by DCHHS & the City of Dallas Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for funding, individuals or establishments must fulfill the following criteria:  Engage in edible farming and gardening, and/or participate in aggregation, and/or process agricultural food products.  Contribute to the local food system by either engaging in food production and/or facilitating access to healthy and safe foods.  Clearly demonstrate a need for funding to improve food-related infrastructure.  For more information, visit City of Dallas.

Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act ("IIJA"), the Department of Energy (DOE) provides formula grants to states and Indian Tribes for projects aimed at improving the resilience of the electric grid against disruptions caused by extreme weather, wildfires, or natural disasters. The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) manages the application process, expense reviews, and reimbursements for eligible entities, with funding provided on a reimbursement basis. The program partners with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to establish program objectives and metrics for resilience investments. The DOE will allocate $459 million annually over five years, with Texas expecting approximately $150 million. Eligible entities include electric grid operators, electricity storage operators, electricity generators, transmission owners or operators, distribution providers, and fuel suppliers. Preferred resilience measures include weatherization technologies, fire-resistant technologies, monitoring and control technologies, vegetation management, and adaptive protection technologies. The application period is open until July 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST.

This program provides financial assistance to eligible organizations for the design, purchase, or installation of backup power systems to ensure reliable electricity during emergencies.

This program provides funding to improve and modernize electric transmission and distribution systems, as well as generating facilities, in areas of Texas outside the ERCOT region, focusing on infrastructure upgrades and reliability enhancements.

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) have announced the opening of applications for the Department of Energy's (DOE) grant program aimed at enhancing the resilience of electric grids against disruptive events. The program is designed to allocate competitive grants to improve infrastructure and reduce the likelihood and impact of such events on the electrical grid. The grant supports weatherization, fire-resistant technologies, monitoring and control systems, vegetation management, adaptive protections, and advanced modeling technologies. This grant opportunity is now active with a closing deadline of June 28, 2024.

The Texas Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Program aims to improve Texas air quality by providing grants for the replacement or repowering of older diesel vehicles and equipment with all-electric versions. This includes Class 8 Local Freight Trucks, Port Drayage Trucks, School Buses, Shuttle Buses, Transit Buses, and non-road equipment like forklifts and airport ground support equipment. The program supports the transition to cleaner, electric alternatives to reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability. Grants on a first-come, first-served basis