Energy Efficiency, GHG Emissions  -  August 23, 2024

Philadelphia Schools Receive Funding for Energy Management

The School District of Philadelphia (SDP) will receive support with managing its energy portfolio and utility data for more than 200 buildings and identifying opportunities to make energy efficiency improvements. 

The District will also receive support with procuring energy, including renewables, to align with the City’s goal of using 100% renewable electricity.

The City of Philadelphia was awarded $1,316,810 in federal funds from the U.S. Department of Energy through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program to support four projects that will expand access to energy education, build resilience to heat in vulnerable communities, scale the local clean energy workforce and support efforts to decarbonize School District of Philadelphia buildings.

The EECBG Program provides federal funding and technical assistance to local governments, states and Tribes pursuing projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce energy use and lower fossil fuel emissions. 

“As we look for every opportunity to make Philadelphia a safer, cleaner, and greener city with economic opportunity for all, we are excited to deploy this federal funding from the Biden-Harris Administration on projects that advance Mayor Parker’s clean and green agenda,” said Sinceré Harris, Chief Deputy Mayor, Intergovernmental Affairs, Sustainability, and Engagement in a statement. “These projects align with the mayor’s priorities, including tackling urban heat islands, supporting healthy, safe and thriving communities by improving housing, helping students excel at school and creating quality jobs.”