What Equity Access Funding Covers (and Excludes)

GrantID: 13606

Grant Funding Amount Low: Open

Deadline: February 16, 2024

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Summary

If you are located in and working in the area of Financial Assistance, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.

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Grant Overview

Innovative Solutions for Energy Efficiency in Rental Housing

This grant is specifically aimed at innovative energy efficiency projects tailored for rental housing situations, particularly benefiting low-to-moderate income (LMI) families in Maryland. The scope of this funding includes efforts focused on improving insulation, upgrading heating and cooling systems, and installing energy-efficient appliances. Excluded from eligibility are projects that do not directly benefit rental units or those that focus on substantial new construction without energy efficiency enhancements.

For instance, consider a low-income apartment complex that lacks adequate insulation, resulting in high heating bills for tenants during the winter months. A funded project might involve retrofitting these units with improved insulation and energy-efficient heaters, which could drastically lower energy consumption and tenant utility costs. In another example, a project might facilitate the installation of energy-efficient lighting and appliances in a series of multi-family homes, benefiting both landlords and their tenants through reduced energy expenses.

Eligible applicants for these grants primarily include non-profit organizations, housing authorities, and consortiums of property owners committed to enhancing the living conditions and energy efficiency of rental housing. Entities that own or manage properties but are not actively engaging in energy-saving initiatives might not be eligible. This funding is particularly suited to organizations that have a proven track record in implementing energy efficiency projects within the residential rental sector.

Key alignment factors for successful applicants include the ability to demonstrate an existing partnership with local energy utilities and a commitment to ongoing tenant education regarding energy use. Projects are evaluated on their potential for measurable energy savings, the degree of collaboration with tenants, and the overall feasibility of implementation.

By prioritizing innovative solutions for rental housing, this grant serves as a vital resource in addressing systemic inefficiencies that disproportionately burden low-income households. The anticipated outcomes include lower energy bills for residents, an enhancement in the quality of housing, and the promotion of sustainable living practices among communities. Municipalities and organizations that can effectively assess the energy needs of their rental units will find these grants advantageous in transforming their housing stock into more energy-efficient and cost-effective environments.

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