PON-24-002 – K–12 Energy Efficiency Program (KTEP)

The K–12 Energy Efficiency Program (KTEP) aims to provide zero-interest loans to Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade (K-12) schools in California for energy efficiency retrofits and renewable energy projects. The program is funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and is administered by the CA Energy Commission. Eligible applicants include local educational agencies (LEAs) in California, such as school districts, charter schools, county offices of education, and state special schools. The program provides reimbursement-based loans, and applicants must submit receipts and invoices for incurred expenses with proof of payment. The final 10 percent of the incurred expenses invoiced will be retained until the project is complete and the applicant submits the project’s final report. • Eligible projects include energy efficiency retrofits and renewable energy projects. • Loan funds are provided on a reimbursement basis. • The program is funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). • Eligible applicants include local educational agencies (LEAs) in California. • The program provides zero-interest loans.