Efficient Living Energy Grant

Many of the Office of Energy and Recycling programs, including this one, are currently closed and are not accepting applications. When funding is available, it will be announced here and on the Program Announcements Section of the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity website. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Energy and Recycling Office through Illinois Energy Now is offering grants for public housing authorities PHAs) and their residents for the implementation of energy efficiency measures in existing buildings. Applicants must be serviced by Ameren Illinois, ComEd, Nicor Gas, Peoples Gas, or North Shore Gas. Targeted PHAs include residential households at or below 30% of Average Median Income (AMI), 50% AMI, or 80% AMI. Funding is limited to $450,000 per applicant and grant costs cannot exceed 100% of the total project costs. Funding varies by technology, and custom incentive projects are available. Applications are available on the program web site and will be accepted until all available funding has been obligated. Funding may be used in both residential and common areas for interior and exterior lighting improvement, vending machine management, exit sign replacement, occupancy sensors, Energy Star-rated appliances, and HVAC equipment.