Ohio Energy Efficiency Program (OEEP)
Supports Ohio organizations with capital grants for energy efficiency improvement projects.
The Ohio Energy Efficiency Program is administered by the Ohio Department of Development's Office of Energy and Resources and provides capital grants to Ohio businesses, nonprofits, and public entities for energy efficiency improvement projects. In August 2025, the Department announced an $8.5 million funding round, demonstrating the program's active deployment of state funds for efficiency upgrad…
Capital grants for Ohio businesses, nonprofits, and public entities to implement energy efficiency projects including equipment upgrades, building retrofits, HVAC, lighting, and industrial process improvements.
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