EECBG

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant

Total Federal Allocation: $3.2B

Total Oklahoma Allocation: $9,593,500 (Funding Recommendations)

Funding Type: Competitive.

Detail Website: http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/#lc2

Description:
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) is designed

to reduce fossil fuel emissions created as a result of activities within the jurisdictions of eligible entities in a manner that is environmentally sustainable; and
to the maximum extent practicable, maximizes benefits for local and regional communities;
to reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and
to improve energy efficiency in transportation, building and other appropriate sectors.

Notice of Updated Guidance Regarding EECBG ARRA Funding

The State Energy Office (SEO) at the Oklahoma Department of Commerce (ODOC) has received updated guidance from the Department of Energy (DOE) with respect to eligible activities as part of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program.

According to updated requirements with respect to the purchase of vehicles, DOE had determined that only the delta (the difference between the cost of a non-hybrid vehicle and a hybrid vehicle of similar MPG rating) is eligible. If any of your applications are affected, amended applications will be accepted until 12:00 pm, noon, on Tuesday, June 16, 2009.

If you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Sullivan, 405-815-5347 or Kylah McNabb, 405-815-5249.

Project Funding Priorities:

Alternative fuel (compressed natural gas, hybrids)
Demand management
Carbon capture
Renewable energy (ground source heat pumps)
Energy efficiency (building retrofits)
Education

Award Selection Criteria:

Immediate job creation
Use of Oklahoma companies (preference)
Promote energy efficiency
Promote renewable and alternative energy
Emphasize carbon reduction
Use of current technology
Demonstrate state commitment to sustainability to thereby attract additional federal dollars

Guidelines and Timelines:

March 26, 2009 -- Federal guidance received by Department of Commerce
May 26, 2009 -- Application due
June 30, 2009 -- 40 Projects Recommended To Receive ARRA Funding under EECBG Program; DOE Approval Expected Within 120 Days
120 days -- DOE plan acceptance notification
36 months -- Period of performance

Request For Proposals

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants RFP, deadline extended to 5pm, June 8, 2009
EECBG RFP 2009 Application

Oklahoma Department of Commerce Contact:
Carolyn_Sullivan@okcommerce.gov
405-815-5347
800-879-6552

Kylah_McNabb@OKcommerce.gov
405-815-5249
800-879-6552

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