ACCEPTING PRE-APPLICATIONS NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 9TH
| The Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission is now accepting applications for the latest round of its Energy Ingenuity Fund. The deadline for pre-applications is February 9th. This round aims to build on the success of previous rounds of the program and continue to bring innovative energy projects, along with the jobs and investment that come with them, to Southern and Southwest Virginia. More information about the program, and details on how to apply for the latest round, can also be found on our website, www.revitalizeva.org. |
| Energy Ingenuity Fund Program Outline Funds are designated for energy-related projects in each of the Commission’s service regions, Southern and Southwest Virginia. A variety of energy project proposals will be accepted, with a focus on establishing a ‘best in class’ energy economy. Projects supported through this fund will capitalize on the region’s skilled workforce and promote an energy-focused economy for the Tobacco Region, recognizing that regions with a strong focus on energy can better attract economic activity to their communities. Potential project areas include, but are not limited to: energy manufacturing supply chain, energy production, grid resiliency, energy storage, microgrids, hydrogen generation, smart cities, wind, small scale modular reactors, conversion of coal mines, and more. The Energy Ingenuity Fund will solicit applications through a competitive process to establish grant and loan agreements for high-impact economic development projects meeting the following objectives: – Deployment of resources to amplify and accelerate investment in energy projects – Collaboration between key partners in energy and economic development – Enhancement and expansion of the region’s energy supply chain – Development of more energy resiliency in Southern and Southwest Virginia Funding will be considered for projects within the Southern and Southwest Virginia areas of Virginia’s Tobacco Region. See the TRRC Coverage Area Map. For more information on TRRC program objectives, review the TRRC Strategic Plan and the Logic Models for this Program in the Plan as well as the Commission’s Funding Policies. |
| Deadline to Submit an Energy Ingenuity Fund Pre-Application: February 9th – Please review the program Guidelines & Request for Proposals before beginning an application. To read more about the program, visit the Energy Ingenuity Fund page on our website, revitalizeva.org. |
| Eligibility Requirements Note that: Applicants must be either a local governmental entity or a non-profit OR must be partnering with a local governmental entity or non-profit. All requests for grant funds require at least dollar-for-dollar (1:1) matching funds, with no more than 25% of the match requirement from “in-kind” sources. See the program Guidelines & Request for Proposals for full eligibility details. |
| Program Contacts For media inquiries: Jordan Butler Public Relations Director & Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund Manager (804) 894-9652 JButler@revitalizeva.org Questions from partners or potential applicants: Jerry Silva Director of Regional Energy Development and Innovation (804) 325-4363 JSilva@revitalizeva.org |
