Opportunity Information: Apply for EIC 2016
Apply for EIC 2016
- The DOI in the energy sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OIA Empowering Insular Communities Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.875.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 11, 2016 and posted on Feb 11, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 20, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2,971,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The OIA Empowering Insular Communities Program (Funding Opportunity Number: EIC 2016) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) under the Energy funding activity category (CFDA 15.875). Its central purpose is to provide funding to support sustainable energy strategies in the U.S. territories. In practical terms, this program is aimed at helping insular areas strengthen their energy future by promoting approaches that improve long-term sustainability, such as efforts that can reduce reliance on imported fuels, increase energy efficiency, expand the use of renewable energy, and improve the overall resilience and reliability of island energy systems.
The funding instrument for this opportunity is a grant, and the program was posted on February 11, 2016 (with the same creation date). The application deadline listed for this round is April 20, 2016 (both the original and current closing dates match, indicating no deadline extension in the provided notice). The maximum award amount shown is $2,971,000, which functions as the award ceiling for a single grant under this opportunity. The notice also indicates expected awards, but the actual number is not specified in the source data provided.
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with the note that applicants should refer to an additional eligibility information field for clarification. While that specific clarifying text is not included in the excerpt you provided, the label suggests the program may allow a range of applicant types depending on the rules DOI set for this opportunity, potentially including territorial government entities, utilities, educational institutions, non-profits, or other organizations involved in energy planning and implementation in the U.S. territories.
OIA Empowering Insular Communities Program (EIC 2016) FAQs
What is the OIA Empowering Insular Communities Program (EIC 2016)?
The OIA Empowering Insular Communities Program (Funding Opportunity Number: EIC 2016) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI). It is listed under the Energy funding activity category and is associated with CFDA 15.875.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The central purpose of this program is to provide funding to support sustainable energy strategies in the U.S. territories. The program focuses on strengthening long-term energy sustainability in insular areas.
What kinds of energy projects or activities does this program support?
Based on the description provided, the program is aimed at supporting approaches that improve long-term sustainability, including efforts that:
- Reduce reliance on imported fuels
- Increase energy efficiency
- Expand the use of renewable energy
- Improve the resilience and reliability of island energy systems
Which agency is offering this funding?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), through OIA (as indicated by the program name).
Is this a discretionary grant or a formula-based program?
This opportunity is described as a discretionary grant opportunity.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument for this opportunity is a grant.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is EIC 2016.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 15.875.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 11, 2016. The creation date is also listed as February 11, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline for this round is April 20, 2016. The original and current closing dates match, which indicates no deadline extension in the notice information provided.
Was the deadline extended?
No extension is indicated in the provided notice details. The original closing date and the current closing date are both listed as April 20, 2016.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount shown is $2,971,000. This functions as the award ceiling for a single grant under this opportunity.
Does the notice specify how many awards will be made?
The notice indicates that awards are expected, but the actual number of expected awards is not specified in the information provided.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others." The notice notes that applicants should refer to an additional eligibility information field for clarification, but that specific clarifying text is not included in the information provided here.
Does the opportunity appear to be focused on any particular geographic area?
Yes. The program purpose is described as supporting sustainable energy strategies in the U.S. territories, with emphasis on insular areas and island energy systems.
What is meant by "insular communities" in the context provided?
In the context provided, "insular communities" refers to U.S. territories and island energy systems, with a focus on improving sustainability, resilience, and reliability of their energy future.
Is this opportunity specifically tied to energy sustainability outcomes?
Yes. The description centers on long-term sustainability outcomes such as lowering imported fuel dependence, improving energy efficiency, expanding renewables, and strengthening grid/system resilience and reliability.
Does the information provided list cost sharing or match requirements?
No. The excerpt provided does not mention any cost sharing or matching requirement details.
Does the information provided describe allowable applicant types (for example, governments, utilities, nonprofits, schools)?
Not explicitly. The eligibility field is labeled "Others," and it references a separate eligibility clarification field that is not included here. The description suggests the program may allow a range of applicant types depending on DOI rules for this opportunity, but the exact list is not provided in the information shared.
What should applicants do to confirm eligibility based on the provided notice?
Based on the provided details, applicants would need to consult the additional eligibility information field referenced by the notice to confirm eligibility requirements, since that clarifying text is not included in the excerpt.
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