Clean Energy Fund

The Clean Energy Fund (CEF) program funds the development, demonstration and deployment of clean energy technology.  Established in 2013, Gov. Inslee has continued to champion the fund, and the legislature again invested capital budget in these grant programs. Program development and deployment is currently underway. Guidelines and dates of application periods for each program is posted as available.

Clean Energy Fund Programs

Program development and deployment is currently underway. Guidelines and dates of application periods for each program is posted as available.

Climate Policy Advisory Committee (ECPAC)

Commerce has convened the Energy and Climate Policy Advisory Committee (ECPAC). The work of the committee is focused on reviewing the historical structure and outcomes of CEF programs and developing recommendations for adjustments to the programs.

Learn more about the Energy and Climate Policy Advisory Committee (ECPAC).

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Building Electrification

Funding for multifamily residential and commercial building owners and tenants to deploy and demonstrate grid-enabled, high-efficiency, all electric-buildings that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the path to zero-energy.

Check the Building Electrification page for status and updates.

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Electrification of Transportation Systems

This program provides grants to Washington State local governments and retail electric utilities for charging infrastructure.

Check the ETS page for status and updates.

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Grants to Non-profit Lenders

Revolving Loan Fund grants show that a modest public investment can promote private investment. This drives economic activity and jobs for Washingtonians and helps our state lead the nation in energy efficiency.

Check the Revolving Loan page for status and updates.

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Grid Modernization

Funding for public and private electrical utilities serving Washington customers. Utilities can partner with other public and private sector research organizations and businesses to apply for funding.

Check the Grid page for status and updates.

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Research, Development and Demonstration

This program is to provide match for federal and non-state funds for strategic research and development projects on new and emerging technologies.

Check the RD&D page for status and updates.

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Rural Clean Energy Innovation

Support for a wide range of projects that enhance clean energy including, but not limited to; dairy digesters, renewable energy, energy efficiency and resilience.

Check the Rural Clean Energy Innovation page for status and updates.

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Solar Deployment

The Solar Deployment program supports the development of projects that deliver environmental and economic benefits to Washington communities.

Check the Solar page for status and updates.

Past Project Reports

Contact

Jennifer Grove, Managing Director
Email: Jennifer.Grove@Commerce.wa.gov
Phone: 360-763-2213

Larry Mattson, Section Supervisor
Email: Larry.Mattson@Commerce.wa.gov

For general questions, please email CEF@Commerce.wa.gov.

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