Energy funding available for Nebraska communities

Renewable energy development, energy conservation and energy efficiency improvements offer an opportunity for rural communities to save money, become more energy-resilient and increase the reliability of the electric grid. While many Nebraska communities are interested in such improvements, the upfront costs associated with energy-related projects have often been initially prohibitive, until now.

The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced a funding opportunity for Nebraska communities. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants program, a product of the Bipartisan Infrastructure...