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$14.5 Million in Grants Available for Solar Projects on Public Buildings
9/11/2025 7:45:00 AM
SAINT PAUL, MN: The Minnesota Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for a new round of funding for the Solar on Public Buildings program. Up to $14.5 million in grants are available to local governments and Tribal Nations to install solar energy systems on or adjacent to publicly owned and operated buildings.
Grant funding is now available to public entities across Minnesota to install solar arrays up to 40 kW on buildings in any utility territory. When combined with federal Direct Pay incentives, up to 100% of the project can be covered.
Applications are due by Nov. 14, 2025, and project construction must begin by Dec. 31, 2025. Application support is available through the Clean Energy Resource Teams and Deloitte. For program details, eligibility, and the full RFP, visit the Minnesota Department of Commerce website.
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