Energy efficiency materials pilot program

Source Credit

(a) Definitions
In this section:
(1) Applicant
The term "applicant" means a nonprofit organization that applies for a grant under this section.
(2) Energy-efficiency material
(A) In general
The term "energy-efficiency material" means a material (including a product, equipment, or system) the installation of which results in a reduction in use by a nonprofit organization of energy or fuel.
(B) Inclusions
The term "energy-efficiency material" includes—
(i) a roof or lighting system or component of the system;
(ii) a window;
(iii) a door, including a security door; and
(iv) a heating, ventilation, or air conditioning system or component of the system (including insulation and wiring and plumbing improvements needed to serve a more efficient system).
(3) Nonprofit building
The term "nonprofit building" means a building operated and owned by an organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code.
(b) Establishment
Not later than 1 year after November 15, 2021, the Secretary shall establish a pilot program to award grants for the purpose of providing nonprofit buildings with energy-efficiency materials.
(c) Grants
(1) In general
The Secretary may award grants under the program established under subsection (b).
(2) Application
The Secretary may award a grant under paragraph (1) if an applicant submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary may prescribe.
(3) Criteria for grant
In determining whether to award a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall apply performance-based criteria, which shall give priority to applicants based on—
(A) the energy savings achieved;
(B) the cost effectiveness of the use of energy-efficiency materials;
(C) an effective plan for evaluation, measurement, and verification of energy savings; and
(D) the financial need of the applicant.
(4) Limitation on individual grant amount
Each grant awarded under this section shall not exceed $200,000.
(d) Authorization of appropriations
There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $50,000,000 for the period of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

History

(Pub. L. 117–58, div. D, title V, §40542, Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 1074.)

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References in Text
The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsec. (a)(3), is classified generally to Title 26, Internal Revenue Code.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Wage Rate Requirements
For provisions relating to rates of wages to be paid to laborers and mechanics on projects for construction, alteration, or repair work funded under div. D or an amendment by div. D of Pub. L. 117–58, including authority of Secretary of Labor, see section 18851 of this title.