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NJ: NJEDA Updates Clean Energy Programs to Advance New Projects & Drive Down Energy Costs

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Amount
$50,000
Deadline
Open
Bootstrap Score
7/10
Complexity
7/10

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About This Opportunity

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has updated its Take Charge and NJ Cool grant programs. New Jersey businesses and institutions can apply for funding to establish electric vehicle charging infrastructure paired with on-site renewable energy, or for building retrofit projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately lowering energy costs.

Eligibility Requirements

Required
Must be based in New JerseyLOCATION
Required
Open to commercial organizations, businesses, and institutionsINDUSTRY
Required
Projects must involve electric vehicle charging infrastructure with on-site renewable energy or energy storage (Take Charge Program) or building retrofit projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (NJ Cool Program)INDUSTRY

Application Guide

Process
WRITTEN PROPOSAL
Difficulty
7/10
Selection Criteria

Selection criteria include advancing new solar and energy storage installations, reducing energy bills for businesses and institutions, driving down greenhouse gas emissions, and aligning with Governor Sherrill’s energy affordability agenda. Take Charge requires EV charging infrastructure for private fleets with on-site renewable energy/storage. NJ Cool focuses on building retrofits that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Tips for Applicants

Clearly demonstrate how your project aligns with New Jersey's clean energy and affordability goals. Provide detailed technical plans for energy generation, storage, or decarbonization, and quantify expected energy cost savings and emission reductions.

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Last verified: 9/13/2026

Primary source: Official source page

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