IAC Workstream Office Hours Q&A

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• Do you want to save on energy costs at your manufacturing facility and reduce energy and water waste? If so, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Industrial Assessments Centers (IAC) Program may be for you. 
• The IAC program enables small and midsized manufacturers to get a no-cost energy assessment. Following this, manufacturers can also apply to the Implementation Grants Program. This program can provide funding to implement assessment recommendations and upgrade your facility. 
• The Implementation Grants program provides funding of up to $300,000 per project. There is a 50% cost share requirement. For example, if a project costs $100,000, an implementation grant can cover up to $50,000. Applicants would need to make up the remaining $50,000 from non-federal sources.
• You may be able to complete the Implementation Grant application in as little as an hour. 
• SBA may be a helpful resource if you need capital to meet the 50% cost share requirement, or business counseling. Learn more through our District Offices and Resource Partners. 
• For more information, see our How-to Guide for IAC Implementation Grants.