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Alternative and Clean Energy Program Grants

Alternative and Clean Energy Program Grants

Funds Pennsylvania businesses building alternative and clean energy projects through Commonwealth Financing Authority grants.

OpenPennsylvania Department of Community & Economic DevelopmentUnited StatesEligible in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and Department of Environmental Protection administer the Alternative and Clean Energy Program under the Commonwealth Financing Authority, which offers grants, loans, and loan guarantees. The grant component supports eligible applicants developing, constructing, and using alternative and clean energy projects in Pennsylvania. Eligib…

Grant support for alternative energy production, clean energy projects, CNG/LNG fueling infrastructure, energy efficiency, energy conservation, and equipment manufacturing in Pennsylvania.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: dced.pa.gov