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RETROFIT NJ Program (Reducing Emissions through Retrofits, Optimization, Fuel-switching, and Innovative Technologies)

New Jersey — state programGrant awards ranging from $2,500,000 to $12,500,000 (for Thermal Energy Network projects) or $10,000,000 (for all other projects); maximum disbursement of 50% of total eligible project costs for for-profit commercial projects and 60% for Institutional and non-profit projects; additional 5% disbursemDeadline: rolling
A $75 million pilot grant program administered by the NJEDA to provide financial assistance to multi-pronged, large-scale retrofit projects that enable holistic energy improvements at buildings, campuses, and multi-building facilities in New Jersey. Grants reimburse eligible hard and soft construction costs (design, equipment, construction, commissioning) for projects that significantly reduce carbon emissions. Funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) proceeds.

Program details

Type
grant
Amount
Grant awards ranging from $2,500,000 to $12,500,000 (for Thermal Energy Network projects) or $10,000,000 (for all other projects); maximum disbursement of 50% of total eligible project costs for for-profit commercial projects and 60% for Institutional and non-profit projects; additional 5% disbursem
Deadline
rolling
Eligibility
For Thermal Energy Network projects: Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional building owners OR equivalent tenants. For all other projects: 'Institutional' building owners or tenants serving a non-profit or public purpose (excluding State/bi-state agencies except those primarily focused on education or healthcare), OR private manufacturing building owners/tenants whose primary use is manufacturing/industrial (Property Class 4B per NJAC 18:12-2.2(f)). Buildings must be existing, located in NJ, and meet specified property classes (4A, 4B, 4C multi-family, 15A–15F). Projects must involve Thermal
Status
open
Administrator
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
Source: New Jersey — state program. Confirm current terms with the administering agency before applying.

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