EnergyCommunities

01/17/2025

To accelerate the development of America’s critical mineral and materials supply chains, the U.S. Department of Energy recently awarded $45 million for six projects to create regional consortia to identify the economic benefits of domestic manufacturing. in regions across the country will benefit from these projects through good-paying jobs and economic development strategies.

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DOE announced $45 million in funding for six projects to create regional consortia to accelerate the development of critical mineral and materials supply chains including novel nonfuel carbon-based products from secondary and unconventional feedstocks.

01/16/2025

📢 U.S. Department of Energy, IRS and The U.S. Department of the Treasury last week awarded $6 billion in allocations for the second round of the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (§ 48C Program). These awards will support over 140 projects across more than 30 states, including $2.5 billion to approximately 50 projects located in § 48C .

Learn more about this program: https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/jy2779

01/14/2025

01/06/2025

In 2024, the Energy Communities IWG spotlighted 20 stories from energy communities across the nation. Each story showcases best practices, innovative solutions and valuable lessons learned, offering other communities a roadmap for economic growth.

📚💡 Want to learn more? Check out our spotlights and testimonies: https://energycommunities.gov/spotlights/.

01/05/2025

👂 We’ve heard from you — your ideas, challenges and hopes for energy communities — and we’re committed to continuing this work together!

In 2024, the Energy Communities IWG engaged with more than 1,800 stakeholders through in-person events and virtual webinars. Every conversation helps us better support communities navigating economic transitions.

Thank you for making the year so impactful. Your insights will guide us as we continue building a brighter future together.

01/04/2025

📍💼 16 events, countless connections.

In 2024, the Energy Communities IWG hit the road to bring vital resources and opportunities directly to across the nation. From technical assistance workshops to local listening sessions, we’re proud to support energy communities on their journeys toward economic growth. 🌟💡

Learn more about how we’re making an impact: https://energycommunities.gov/past-events/.

01/03/2025

2024 Investment Recap! 📊 🎉

2024 was a transformative year for America’s energy communities. Last year alone, more than $15 billion in federal investments were selected to foster economic growth and job creation in nationwide, bringing total federal investments in energy communities to more than $54 billion. Let’s keep this momentum going into 2025!

01/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉

Thank you to our partners and communities for your continued dedication and making 2024 our best year yet. We’re looking forward to working together to empower America’s energy communities for years to come.

12/18/2024

Save the Date! 🗓️ The Energy Communities IWG is hosting the “Energy Community Conversations: Housing in America’s Energy Communities” webinar Thursday, Dec. 19, at 1:30 p.m. ET. The webinar will highlight community, private sector, and federal efforts to build capacity and will feature examples of the innovative partnerships and investments that have led to successful housing development. Don’t miss out on this important learning opportunity💡Register at: https://energycommunities.gov/event/energy-community-conversations-housing-in-americas-energy-communities/.

12/13/2024

🚨Major investments are going into !

Learn how these investments are impacting America’s energy communities in the Energy Communities IWG’s latest Progress Report at: https://energycommunities.gov/progress-report-2024.

12/06/2024

The Energy Communities IWG is excited to announce the release of our latest Progress Report!

By the numbers:
✅ $54B in federal investments awarded to energy communities
✅ $315B in private sector investments to energy communities
✅ 13,000 stakeholders engaged
✅ Seven Rapid Response Teams deployed

Through a whole-of-government approach, we’re tackling challenges, empowering workers, and delivering on goals to drive public and private sector investments in America’s energy communities.

Read the full report to see our impact and what’s ahead! https://energycommunities.gov/progress-report-2024