Bloomington Energy Works Provides Businesses, Manufacturers, and More Free Energy Audit
The City of Bloomington and the Indiana Energy Independence Fund (IEIF) have been chosen as part of a highly competitive, nationwide strategy by the Coalition for Green Capital (CGC) and ICLEI USA to receive a $250,000 Phase 1 Municipal Investment Fund (MIF) grant.
This funding allowed the city to create the Bloomington Energy Works program, which aims to work across all sectors of the community to build the market for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. The program aims to develop a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) plan that includes a list of potentially financeable National Clean Investment Fund-qualified energy efficiency and renewable energy projects worth a minimum of $50 million, and to bring low-cost finance capital to Bloomington stakeholders for project implementation.
The Public Private Partnership Plan opens the door to a potential Phase 2 MIF grant of up to $2 million for additional pre-development funding to accelerate clean energy projects that benefit our community. The projects that we’re pursuing will lead to lower energy bills, cleaner air and water, more resilient infrastructure, and local job creation.
The City’s selection reflects the strength of its vision and readiness to work with proven organizations like CGC and ICLEI USA, which have a substantial network of partners, including green banks, community lenders, developers, and major financial firms. This unlocks billions in opportunities for our community to bring real projects to life and real benefits to our community.
Businesses, manufacturers, nonprofits, and academic institutions can participate by receiving a free energy audit, and residents can volunteer to be an Energy Navigator!
