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Type of assistance
  		FY 2009 (10-1-09 to 9-30-10)
When are applications due?
We can accept applications anytime.
Use the documents and information available on our website.
As new information is received, we will update the documents and information.
Nationally, $60 million of mandatory budget authority has been authorized along
with $39.34 million of discretionary funding for a total of $99.34 million for FY 10.
Grants Only Applications Complete applications for the purchase of energy efficiency improvements or
renewable energy systems must be submitted to the Area Office
where the project is located.
There is a separate set aside of funds for grant only applications of $20,000 or less.
Nationally, 20% of funds or $20 million (e) must be spent on projects
with a grant request of $20,000 or less.
Iowa will spend its state allocation first
and then submit projects for funding from a National reserve fund.
Limited funds are available for grant only applications exceeding $20,000.
The frequency of rounds of competition, any application processing changes,
and the final due date have yet to be determined.

Complete applications for the stand alone feasibility study must be sent
to the State Office –  
The frequency of rounds of competition, application processing changes,  
and the final due date have yet to be determined.
Maximum grant is $50,000 or up to 25% of costs.
Nationally, 10% of funds appropriated - $10 million (e)
will be available for feasibility study grants.
This program is a national competition for funds.
Guaranteed Loan Only Applications Complete applications for the purchase of energy efficiency improvements or
renewable energy systems must be sent to the appropriate Area Office.  
The frequency of rounds of competition, application processing changes,  
and the final due date have yet to be determined.
Combination grants & Guaranteed loans Complete applications for the purchase of energy efficiency improvements or
renewable energy systems must be sent to the appropriate Area Office.
The frequency of rounds of competition, application processing changes,
and the final due date have yet to be determined.
Iowa will spend its state allocation first
and then submit projects for funding from a National reserve fund.
Last year, the Technical merit score had to be at least
20 points to compete as a combo.
   
Grant for Energy audits and RE assistance Complete applications should be sent to the State Office.
The frequency of rounds of competition, application processing changes,
and the final due date have yet to be determined.
Maximum grant award is $100,000.
Nationally, 4% of funds appropriated - $4,000,000(e) is available.
This program is a national competition for funds.

Click on the box of your choice below for more information:


Grants


Guaranteed Loans

  
Combination Grants & Guaranteed Loans
You must file 2 applications
Arrow to Grants link 1 for the grant and 1 for the guaranteed loan Arrow to Grants link


Awards from
previous fiscal years


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Revised on: June 4, 2009