Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program

$500,000 - $2,500,000
Applications Due: Rolling
State
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

This funding opportunity provides financial support to establish networks that help clean energy contractors and nonprofits in economically challenged areas of Illinois, including Waukegan, Champaign, Danville, Carbondale, East St. Louis, and Alton.

Description

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (the “Department” or “DCEO”) is issuing
this Notice of Funding Opportunity to fund proposals establishing a network of Clean Energy Contractor
Incubators. It is Illinois’ goal to increase business opportunities for clean energy contractors and
nonprofits located in areas impacted by economic, social, and environmental challenges. This funding opportunity is targeting the following Hub locations/areas: Waukegan, Champaign, Danville,
Carbondale, East St. Louis, and Alton.

Eligibility

States
Illinois
Regions
All
Eligible Entities
Nonprofits
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Funding

Program Funding
$21,000,000
Award Ceiling
$2,500,000
Award Floor
$500,000
Award Count
13

Timing

Posted Date
May 24, 2024
App Status
Accepting Applications
Pre-app Deadline
Application Deadline

Funder

Funding Source
Source Type
State
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Contact Email
Contact Phone
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