PA Energy Authority Accepting Applications For Energy Projects In Duquesne Light Area

The Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority is now accepting applications for $1.2 million for innovative, advanced energy projects and for businesses interested in locating their advanced energy operations in the Duquesne Light service territory.

Applications are due November 6.

Eligible projects may include solar energy; wind; low-impact hydropower; geothermal; biologically derived methane gas, including landfill gas; biomass; fuel cells; coal-mine methane; waste coal; integrated gasification combined cycle; demand management measures, including recycled energy and energy recovery, energy efficiency and load management; clean, alternative fuels for transportation; and energy education projects. Priorities include distributed generation for critical public infrastructure.

Under this solicitation, the PEDA may award financial assistance in the form of grants of up to $250,000. Funding for projects may be used for capital equipment, construction associated with capital projects and land acquisition.

For grants under this solicitation, the following entities are eligible to apply: corporations, partnerships, associations and other legal business entities; nonprofit corporations; Pennsylvania colleges and universities; Pennsylvania municipalities; and any public corporation, authority or body whatsoever.

All projects must be located directly within the Duquesne Light electric service territory or must demonstrate a direct benefit to the Duquesne Light electric ratepayers.

This is a competitive solicitation and funding will be determined by vote of the Board of Directors. Guidelines and applications will be posted on the PEDA website. (formal notice)