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Overview
The Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP) supports a wide variety of energy projects related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, energy storage, energy planning, and more.
For each grant round, the Commission chooses eligible activities based on its energy priorities, emerging trends, and public input. To be informed of program developments and opportunities to participate in the current round (6), subscribe to docket 9709-FG-2026 using
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Who is eligible to apply
Municipalities, Universities, Schools, Hospitals, and Like Entities (MUSH Market): cities, villages, towns, counties, K-12 school districts, tribes, municipal water and wastewater utilities, municipal electric utilities, municipal natural gas utilities, electric cooperatives as defined by Wis. Stat. § 185.995(a), University of Wisconsin System campuses and facilities, Wisconsin Technical College System, public or nonprofit hospitals, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits.
Manufacturers as defined by Wis. Stat. § 77.51(7h)
Currently accepting applications
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Public comments are now being accepted related to the program design and budget of Round 6 of the Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP).
Comments must be submitted through the Commission's website. On the Commission's website, click the "File a Comment" button, and then navigate to the docket 9709-FG-2026. Comments must be submitted by Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:30 PM CT.
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Matching funds required
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Docket Number |
Current EIGP Docket Round 6: 9709-FG-2026
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Contact information
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OEI@Wisconsin.gov
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PSC Grants System
To apply for a PSC administered grant, applicants must submit an application using the PSC Grants System. Use the application material below for details on grant eligibility, instructions on application responses, and required documentation when submitting an application in the PSC Grants System.
Resources for EIGP Grant Award Recipients
Onboarding Materials for Grant Awardees
EIGP Grant Recipients – All reports are to be filed through Grants Management System
(prior grant round recipients should work with their Grant Coordinator)
Past Application Materials
The following are the materials required to apply for the Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP):
Application Webinars
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EIGP Program Application Instructions Webinar Slides
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM
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Energy Funding for Wisconsin Rural Communities: Choosing the Right OEI Grant Program
Tuesday, January 9, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
EIGP 2023 Frequently Asked Questions.
Resources for EIGP Grant Applicants
OEI Map
The OEI Map provides applicants with relevant information as they prepare OEI Grant Applications. The available map layers include:
EIGP Specific Layers:
- 2010 Census Tracts
- Disadvantaged and Tribal Communities
- Wisconsin Rural Counties and Zip Codes
Additional Available Layers:
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Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Risk Index
- Electric Utility Service Territories
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Municipal and County Boundaries
OEI Map Navigate the OEI Map: PDF Handout
EIGP Grant Awards
Link to 2020 EIGP Interactive Story Map
Questions about Current Grants or Additional Resources