School Energy Efficiency Development (SEED) Grant Program

The New Hampshire Department of Energy is offering up to $250,000 in SEED grant funding to public (or charter) schools in municipalities of 10,000 residents or fewer for energy‑efficiency retrofits. Grants range from $40,000 to $150,000 per school, require a cash‑or‑in‑kind match (5 % for economically‑eligible schools, 15 % otherwise), and must be completed by 31 Mar 2028. Applicants submit a full proposal package by 21 Aug 2026. • Eligible work includes insulation, LED lighting, HVAC upgrades, weather‑sealing, efficient pumps/motors, and window/door retrofits (no new construction or generation equipment). • Funding is reimbursable; 10 % hold‑back retained until final inspection. • Required documentation: SAM registration, proof of school ownership, financial audit, project budget, Davis‑Bacon compliance, and optional community support letters.