56 Minnesota Energy Grants

Opportunity for USA young adults to gain work experience in the field of environmental stewardship. The program provides training, networking, and support by host organizations and agencies. Successful applicants will be able to engage in a range of activities related ...

Opportunity for USA farmers, ranchers, solar developers, and organizations to pilot projects integrating cattle grazing areas with solar energy production. Funding is intended to promote clean energy and sustainable agriculture through shared land use. Both new and cur...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to enhance the local quality of life. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of economic development, community service, environment, education and youth, disaste...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Colombia institutions of higher education for collaborations on climate change solutions. Applicants are required to join the funding source's network prior to applying for a grant. Funding is intended to promote partnerships between ...

Grants to Minnesota agricultural and rural nonprofit and for-profit electric cooperatives for projects that help to promote renewable energy. Funding is intended to invest in green fertilizer production facilities. Applicants must commit to providing training in fertil...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, for-profit business entities, and political subdivisions for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended to promote activities that safeguard, sustain, uphold, and revitalize the natural environment and resource...

Fellowships to USA individuals from BIPOC backgrounds to obtain professional experience in environmentalism and conservation. The purpose of the program is to provide BIPOC professionals with opportunities to gain professional opportunities and career development in th...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for environmental projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activities that assist in keeping drinking water clean, protected, affordable, accessible, and managed as a public necessity...

Grants to USA and territories visual arts schools, institutions, museums, and nonprofit arts organizations for initiatives related to energy usage. Applicants are required to take an eligibility quiz prior to submitting a full application. Proposals may be submitted fo...

Grants and loans to USA, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands agricultural producers and small non-urban businesses for environmentally friendly energy solutions. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International early-stage energy startups to join a 9-week accelerator program. Participating startups will benefit from personalized mentoring, networking, training, pitch deck design services, and access to resources to foster busines...

Scholarships of $2,000 to USA individuals to pursue professional development training. The purpose of the program is to empower Americans to progress in their careers. Scholarships may be used for vocational training in the following industries: transportation, technol...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota auto repair and service shops in eligible locations for projects that reduce pollution. Funding is intended to implement cleaning and painting activities and repair methods that result in reduced energy consumption, emissions, and h...

Grants to Minnesota businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for initiatives that help reduce pollution and build a healthier environment for area residents. Funding is intended for new projects that reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Ap...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individual property owners in eligible locations for the implementation of energy-efficient improvements. Applicants must schedule an energy audit prior to applying. Funding is intended for new energy-saving ...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, building owners, and property managers for the implementation of solar upgrades in new buildings. Funding is intended to offer opportunities for commercial and multifamily buildings to lower electricity usage and reduce envi...

Grants to USA small and medium-sized manufacturing facilities and waste and water treatment facilities for projects to improve energy efficiency. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for applicants t...

Grants to USA local educational agencies partnering with schools, nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and community partners for activities that reduce energy consumption in public K-12 schools across the country. Funding is intended to support projects ...

Opportunity for USA for-profit solar photovoltaic equipment manufacturers to compete for prizes to develop more environmentally sustainable PV modules and inverters. Companies will compete for cash prizes for registering products that meet high standards of sustainabil...

Opportunity for USA individuals, IHEs, agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and other inventors to develop innovative energy storage solutions. This challenge is meant to focus on less conventional use cases such as energy storage in extreme climates or re...

Grants to USA academic, governmental, and industry entities to facilitate the development of geothermal technologies in underserved areas of the country. The purpose of the program is to encourage projects that address barriers to development, such as financial constra...

Grants and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a positive impact on...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International libraries to reduce electricity costs. Funding is intended for customers of the funding source who are interested in installing solar panels. Priority will be given to libraries with relatively new roofs that can accommodate the...

Grants to USA and territories port authorities, government agencies, tribes, public agencies, and special purpose districts to improve transportation through ports. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for studies related to the management of solid waste. A pre-proposal must be submitted prior to applying. Research priorities include addressing the impacts of climate change, emerging contaminants, and adv...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a program to test or deploy innovative prototypes or services addressing climate change issues in Alaska. Funding is intended to assist early-stage companies seeking to secure initial customers. Companies must de...

Opportunity for USA IHEs, non-federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, utilities, other energy sector partners, software developers, and scientists to improve electric sector systems. Funding is intended for partnerships of utility and energy sector companies with so...

Grants to Minnesota school districts to transition to clean energy school buses. Funding is intended to reduce the impacts of extreme weather and natural disasters; strengthen the resilience of the state's electric grid; and upgrade and deploy clean energy resources. T...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, and individuals for projects to replace diesel engines with zero emission or clean diesel engines. Funding is intended for entities that operate and own freight switchers within the state. Funds must be used...

Cooperative agreements to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and Tribes for research and development projects on bio-based chemicals. Applicants must submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full applicat...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories for-profit organizations for the research and development of innovative solar power technologies. Applicants must submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. Funding is...

Grants to Minnesota businesses for exploratory mineral drilling and analysis projects in eligible regions. Funding priority is intended for projects that serve BIPOC communities, individuals with disabilities, economically distressed regions, veteran-owned vendors, and...

Grants and vouchers to USA and territories state governments, local government agencies, and tribal organizations to reduce carbon emissions and create jobs in the clean energy sector. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and Tribes for research related to clean energy for all types of vehicles. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and enterprises in recognition of exceptional sustainability projects. Funding areas of interest include food, health, energy, water, climate action, and global high schools. Eligible applicants must pres...

Grants to Minnesota government agencies and tribes to support economic stability. Funding is intended to offset the social and economic effects of closing a local electric generating plant. Priority will be given to communities with the highest net job loss and tax los...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and government agencies to reduce locomotive emissions. Funding is intended to allow locomotive owners to buy technology to reduce diesel emissions while the engine idles. To be eligible, locomotive must sit idl...

Grants to USA private sector entities for wide-scale projects and activities that will improve the environment. Funding is intended for projects focused on climate, clean energy, clean water, and cleaning up toxins and waste. Typical costs funded include project manage...

Grants to USA and Israel businesses for collaborative technology projects with commercial potential. Applicants are required to meet with a staff member and submit an executive summary prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the development of a wide range of...

Grants to Minnesota, Indiana, Ohio, and Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for impactful programs that enhance the quality of life for local residents. Focus areas include education and community vitality. Priority consideration is given to programs tha...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories IHEs, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, tribes, and government agencies to address the supply chain of the energy industry. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The...

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for collaborative agricultural research projects. Funding is intended to support projects in any stage of research and development, including applied or strategic research and integrate...

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and Tribal Nations for technical education programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to produce more qu...

Grants to USA and Canada organizations to develop new energy-efficiency solutions in Quebec. Funding is intended for creative projects that can be used by customers in a range of sectors, including the commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transportat...

Grants of up to $55,000 and grants of up to $80,000 to USA and Israeli scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in various technological disciplines. Program areas include communications, circuits, and sensing-systems; elect...

Grants to USA climate technology businesses in multiple Midwestern states. Applicants must be located in one of the following states: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania,...

Grants to USA research institutions and organizations for scientific studies related to the environment, physics, computing, and energy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that yields ...

Tax credits of up to $4,500 and tax credits of up to $7,500 to USA individuals and their businesses for the purchase of plug-in hybrid, fuel cell electric, and all-electric cars, light trucks, and passenger vehicles. Credits are available for eligible newly purchased o...

In-kind grants of volunteer support to USA and territories agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools, and tribes to address community needs. Applicants must complete a concept form prior to completing a full application. The program is intended to support projects rel...