The Energy Programs in Communities (EPIC) unit, part of the Energy Division and State Energy Office, develops programs that help communities participate in the clean energy transition. EPIC manages state and federal funds to expand access to renewable energy access, lower energy costs and advance environmental justice. Explore grant funding for clean energy projects in your community.
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Grants open to help modernize Washington’s electric grid (closed)
The Washington Grid Resilience Grant Program is now accepting applications to enhance the power grid’s resilience and reliability in Washington state. This initiative, authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to support utilities in constructing projects that withstand natural disasters such as wildfires and extreme weather.
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Clean energy siting and permitting grants now open
Commerce is now accepting applications for $4.85 million in Clean Energy Siting and Permitting (CESP) grants to help local governments and tribes improve the siting and permitting of clean energy projects across Washington state.
Featured EPIC programs
Clean Energy Grants
The Clean Energy Grants program supports the deployment of clean energy technologies in Washington state while advancing equity, resilience and energy access. Program goals include […]
Grid Resilience and Reliability
The Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants program (Section 40101(d)), authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, helps strengthen and modernize the power grid to […]