High Performance Building Program (HPB)
Supports the design, construction, or renovation of energy-efficient, high performance buildings in Pennsylvania that meet LEED Gold, Green Globes, or NGBS standards.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; must be received at least 60 days before the next Authority meeting)
Funding Amounts: Grants up to $500,000 or 10% of project costs (whichever is less); loans up to $2 million (small businesses) or $100,000 (individuals); 1:1 matching required
Summary: Supports the design, construction, and renovation of energy-efficient, high performance buildings in Pennsylvania through grants and loans.
Key Information: Applicants must meet LEED Gold, Green Globes (3 Globes), or NGBS standards; 1:1 match required.
Description
The High Performance Building Program (HPB) provides financial assistance in the form of grants and loans to support the additional costs of designing, constructing, or majorly renovating high performance buildings in Pennsylvania. The program is jointly administered by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) under the direction of the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA). Its goal is to encourage the development of buildings that meet high environmental and energy efficiency standards.
