FY 2025 Energizing Insular Communities Program
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Interior is offering the FY 2025 Energizing Insular Communities Program, a federal grant aimed at funding sustainable energy strategies in U.S. territories. This program seeks proposals that will reduce electricity costs for consumers and enhance the performance and efficiency of energy infrastructure in Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. The initiative is critical for promoting renewable energy solutions and improving energy access in these regions. Interested applicants, including local government entities, utilities, and educational institutions, should note that the estimated total program funding is $15,250,000, with applications due by May 16, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Krystina Alfano at krystina_alfano@ios.doi.gov.
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants are local government entities, utilities, semi-autonomous agencies, and institutions of higher education located in the U.S. territories of Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, in accordance with Federal regulations contained in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 2, Part 200 "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards" or 2 CFR 200.