All forms of energy projects are essential to sustaining our modern world. As the U.S. population continues to expand and urban development accelerates, the demand for reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy increases every year. Energy powers everything, from the homes we live in to the industries that drive our economy. To meet these rising needs, communities must invest in renewable energy, improve energy efficiency, and modernize infrastructure to ensure that power systems remain strong, resilient, and environmentally responsible.

GrantWatch is proud to support this mission by connecting organizations, researchers, and innovators with grants, loans, and tax credits that fund energy solutions. Currently, GrantWatch features nearly 300 active listings in its Energy Grantscategory, including opportunities for nonprofits, businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies.

Below are some current energy grants and funding opportunities available to help power your next project:

Grants for Energy Projects

Grants to Manufacturing and Treatment Facilities to Improve Energy Efficiency

Funding is available for small and medium-sized manufacturing and waste/water treatment facilities to implement energy assessment recommendations. These projects aim to modernize U.S. manufacturing by improving energy and material efficiency, enhancing cybersecurity, and adopting smart manufacturing technologies that reduce waste and pollution while boosting productivity.

Grants and In-Kind Donations to Nonprofits for Renewable Energy Projects

Eligible nonprofits can receive grants of up to $15,000 and in-kind solar energy donations to expand renewable energy access. Funding supports efforts to provide cost-effective, sustainable power and protect the environment, especially in underserved communities.

Funds to Develop Innovative Energy-Saving Solutions

Eligible organizations can secure funding for experimental and demonstration projects that improve energy efficiency across commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transportation sectors. Projects must offer reproducible results that deliver measurable energy savings and customer benefits.

Federal Tax Credits for Plug-In Hybrid and All-Electric Vehicles

Individuals and businesses may qualify for federal tax credits of up to $7,000 when purchasing plug-in hybrid, all-electric, or fuel-cell vehicles. Eligible vehicles include both new and pre-owned models purchased in 2023 or later, encouraging the transition to clean transportation.

Grants to Companies Developing Innovative Clean Energy Technologies

Companies and entities can apply for funding to develop or demonstrate carbon-reducing technologies that replace traditional energy systems. These projects aim to accelerate the global adoption of clean energy and support emerging climate technologies.

Loans to Power Providers for Rural Electric Infrastructure

Loans are available to power supply providers, Tribes, nonprofits, and government agencies to construct, expand, and maintain rural electric distribution systems. Funding supports upgrades and renewable energy integration to improve electric service nationwide.

Loans for Rural Energy Efficiency Projects

Corporations, cooperatives, utility districts, and nonprofits can access loans to improve energy efficiency in rural areas. Projects should deliver cost-effective energy savings for small businesses and families, helping reduce costs and improve sustainability.

Grants to Nonprofits for Solar Energy and Education Initiatives

Nonprofits can apply for grants that impact middle school education and/or solar energy adoption in underserved communities. Funding supports programs that improve teacher training, expand solar energy awareness, and create lasting educational and environmental benefits.

Powering a Sustainable Future

Energy grants and funding programs play a vital role in building a cleaner, more sustainable future. This is true, whether you’re a nonprofit, researcher, small business, or utility provider. Explore these and hundreds of additional opportunities on the GrantWatch Energy Grant Listings page to find funding that fits your mission and fuels innovation in your community.

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Libby Hikind, author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, founded GrantWatch.com, the largest advanced grant search engine in the United States. The platform features nearly 10,000 active, verified, and human-curated grant opportunities in more than 60 funding categories. Additionally, it lists grants for nonprofits, grants for small businesses, grants for government agencies, and grants for Individuals.

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