Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project (ETIPP)
Helping coastal, remote, and island communities transform and strengthen their energy systems
ETIPP Overview
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project (ETIPP) helps coastal, remote, and island communities increase their energy resilience through technical assistance and direct funding.
The program is supported by a network of four national laboratories led by the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) and nine regional partner organizations, like STEM NOLA, that provide modeling, analysis, capacity building, education, and regional insight to support communities in developing secure, reliable, and affordable energy systems.
STEM NOLA is a Regional Partner for the Gulf Coast and provides support for eligible communities in Louisiana, Texas, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida. Additional support for this area comes from Gulf Coast regional partner Southeast Sustainability Directors Network (SSDN).
Technical Assistance
The program offers vital technical assistance for communties centered on strategic energy planning and support for targeted energy projects. Communities with an existing energy plan or active project can benefit from in-depth technical assistance, while those lacking a plan can participate in strategic energy planning to develop a comprehensive energy plan.
For examples of previous projects supported by ETIPP, visit the NREL website.
Program Services
- Modeling
- Analysis
- Capacity Building
- Education
- Regional Insight
STEM NOLA
STEM NOLA is actively recruiting communities and is ready to offer information about the application process.
Applications for Cohort 5 have opened, and are set to close on July 27th, 2025. Click below for more information and for applications.
Note: Communities must consult with a Regional Partner before applying.
Eligible communities include those situated along the Gulf Coast, which are experiencing energy resilience challenges due to their coastal, remote, and island geography, aging infrastructure, and exposure to harsh weather conditions, among other considerations. Potential applicants may consist of local governments, Tribes and Tribal organizations, community-based organizations such as nonprofits and NGOs, academic institutions, and special purpose districts like school districts, water districts, municipal utilities, and electric cooperatives.
Contact
For more information, please contact:
Valeria Bermudez, Project Manager
504-252-0107
Address
4910 Drexel Drive
New Orleans, LA 70125
Office Hours
Mon – Sat : 8am - 6pm
Sun : Closed
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