Home Energy Efficiency Contractor Training Grants
This grant funds training programs to grow Maine's residential energy efficiency workforce and advance clean energy goals through contractor upskilling and recruitment.
Funder: Maine Governor's Energy Office
Due Dates: Mid-2025 (anticipated Request for Applications)
Funding Amounts: $1.3 million total; typical awards expected in the $100,000–$500,000 range for training programs; project duration likely up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports training and workforce development to grow Maine’s energy efficiency contractor workforce and advance clean energy goals.
Key Information: Funding is not yet available; RFA expected mid-2025—monitor program page for updates.
Description
This program, administered by the Maine Governor's Energy Office (GEO), aims to expand the state's energy efficiency workforce by funding training and capacity-building for contractors. The initiative is designed to support the growth of skilled professionals capable of implementing home energy efficiency measures, thereby contributing to Maine’s clean energy and climate targets. The program is funded by a $1.3 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy and will focus on both recruiting new workers and upskilling existing professionals in the residential energy sector.
