Energy Efficiency

• Database of State Incentives for Renewable & Efficiency (DSIRE): This database provides energy efficiency and renewable energy information by state. Information includes rules, regulations and policies; related programs and initiatives; and financial incentives available at the local, state and federal level. This website should be reviewed based on determined interest in renewable energy and energy efficiency designs. Opportunities from the U.S. Department of Energy are also listed here. For more information, click here.
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Green Building: Provides a list of general, federal, state, and local resources and funding opportunities to consider based on interest in pursuing green building redevelopment opportunities. For more information, click here.
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Smart Growth: Provides a list of general federal, state and local resources and funding opportunities to support activities that protect human health and the environment. For more information, click here.
• SMARTe: SMARTe is a tool to help identify resources and tools for all aspects of the revitalization process including planning, environmental, economic, and social concerns. The website includes a “Sources of Money” section which outlines several loans, grants and technical assistance available to help with real estate revitalization projects. For more information, click here.