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Technical Climate Advisors

The Technical Climate Advisors are experts from state agencies, higher education and other institutions tasked with evaluating and updating the State’s sea level rise, temperature and precipitation scenarios every five years to be used in the state Climate Action Plan and in support of other climate and sustainability initiatives. The

Climate Change Officers

The Climate Change Officers are representatives from key state agencies involved in the implementation of Delaware’s Climate Action Plan. They are tasked with supporting the achievement of emission reduction targets for 2030 and 2050 and helping develop and update the Plan.

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Clean Energy and Climate-Related Workforce Development

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy is committed to working with partners from both the public and private sectors and across regions, to assess and develop Delaware’s workforce and economic opportunities in alignment with the state’s climate goals. Understanding the clean energy and climate-related workforce landscape is necessary to addressing the strategies and actions

Climate and Sustainability Initiatives

The DNREC Climate and Sustainability Section is charged with coordinating state actions that reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change and improving Delaware’s resiliency to climate change impacts. They use technical assistance, financial incentives, policy development, pilot projects and education initiatives to meet this charge. The Division is committed to

Delaware’s Climate Action Plan

Delaware’s Climate Action Plan is the State’s playbook of actionable strategies and goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, produce energy from renewable sources and protect our natural resources, communities, and people from the impacts of climate change. The Climate Action Plan outlines strategies that the state can take to both:

Developing the 2025 Climate Action Plan

Delaware’s 2025 Climate Action Plan is now under development. This plan will update the 2021 Climate Action Plan and include requirements of the state’s Climate Change Solutions Act. DNREC is working with communities, stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop the plan, which will be published by November 15, 2025.

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Navigating Delaware’s Drought History: Insights into Water Management Challenges and Solutions

Delaware’s last official drought emergency came in 2002. That was also the worst drought here since well before Delaware became a state. Learn more about drought in this article from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.

Green Energy Program

DNREC administers rebates to promote the use of several forms of renewable energy in Delaware.

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Application Assistance 877-453-2327 All Other Questions 302-735-3480

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The Delaware Clean Vehicle Rebate Program

The Clean Vehicle Rebate Program provides incentives for Delawareans and Delaware businesses to buy or lease new battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, and for residents to purchase used battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles.

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Program Inquires and Assistance 866-208-3198

Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy uses an integrated approach of applied science, education, policy development, and incentives to address Delaware’s climate, energy and coastal challenges.

DNREC’s State Energy Office has launched an Energy Hub, a one-stop shop for all

Climate Pollution Reduction Grant

The Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program is a federal grant administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and funded by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

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Program Guidelines and Operational Procedures

This page presents the program guidelines and operational procedures for the Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF), which provides rebates to support non-residential facilities in replacing aging and inefficient equipment and systems with energy efficient alternatives.

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About the Energy Efficiency Investment Fund

This is a collection of questions and answers about the Delaware Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF). If you have questions on program eligibility, the application process or need help completing the application, email DCCE.EnergyRebates@NV5.com or call 802-482-5645. Please refer to the program guidelines for more details for the specific pathway requirements and

Energy Efficiency Investment Fund

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) administers Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF) rebates to support non-residential facilities in replacing aging and inefficient equipment and systems with energy efficient alternatives.

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Application Assistance 802-482-5645 All Other Questions 302-735-3480

EEIF Participating Contractors

This page lists contractors who are available and qualified to develop and complete projects funded under the Delaware Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF).

Participating Contractor Webinar The EEIF program held, and recorded, a webinar for participating contractors.

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Funding Opportunities for Tree Plantings

Funding for tree-plantings is available from a variety of sources for private residences and landowners, communities and homeowners associations, non-governmental organizations, parks, schools, municipalities, counties and state agencies.

Applications for Tree-Planting Funding Now Open The Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative is now accepting applications from eligible organizations for grant

Implementing Delaware’s Climate Action Plan

Delaware has for more than a decade been working to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and increase the state’s resilience to climate change. The Climate Action Plan outlines broad strategies and specific actions that can be taken to further those efforts. Climate-related Bills Passed in the 2023 Legislative Session

Delaware Climate Leadership Academy

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Climate Leadership Academy Programs

The Delaware Climate Leadership Academy offers programs for public and private sector professionals and leaders to learn how climate change is impacting Delaware, build preparedness and advance solutions through collaboration and technical training.

Climate Leadership Academy

About the Academy

The Delaware Climate Leadership Academy is a DNREC-sponsored initiative established to provide foundational and continuing education on climate risk assessment, planning and solutions for state and local government officials, infrastructure executives and business leaders.

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A Tree for Every Delawarean

Trees are natural champions. From our state forests to our city parks, trees improve air and water quality, preserve soil, and support wildlife – and they play a critical role in helping to fight climate change.

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Delaware’s Climate Impacts

Climate change looks different depending on where you are in the world. In Delaware, climate change primarily takes the form of sea level rise, increasing temperatures and more frequent intense storms, including heavy precipitation and flooding. While the Earth’s climate naturally changes over millions of years, scientists agree that human

Climate Change Basics

Earth’s climate is changing, resulting in increasing temperatures and precipitation, and contributing to extreme weather and rising seas. The effects of climate change are already being observed in Delaware. What is Climate Change? Climate change refers to long-term changes in average weather patterns

Delaware Emissions

Human activities have increased the amount of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere, threatening the health and wellbeing of the people of Delaware. DNREC’s Division of Air Quality conducts an annual inventory of in-state greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The 2018 inventory, which is the latest report available, was released in September

Actions You Can Take

Climate change is a global issue that will require global solutions, but we can all play a part in that greater effort by reducing our energy usage and conserving our resources. Delawareans Want Climate Action Delaware residents have consistently supported action to address climate change.

Minimizing Impacts

By maximizing resilience and adapting to climate change impacts now, we are better prepared for extreme and unexpected events. Action Areas to Maximize Resilience to Climate Change Impacts Delaware’s Climate Action Plan outlines seven key action areas for maximizing resilience in the state. Those areas include:

Data and Tools

Delaware has taken steps to address the causes and consequences of climate change with the goal of minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and maximizing resilience to the impacts of climate change we are witnessing today. For more than a decade, state agencies and their partners have developed data, collected information and

Terms and Definitions

A glossary of terms used in the Delaware Climate Action Plan and in conversations about climate issues. Accretion: As it relates to wetlands, accretion is the vertical growth of wetland surface elevation. Accretion occurs through two processes: When sediments are deposited onto wetlands during periods of

Minimizing Emissions

By minimizing greenhouse gas emissions now, we contribute to a worldwide effort to reduce the severity of rapid climate change. Action Areas to Minimize Greenhouse Gas Emissions Delaware’s Climate Action Plan capitalizes on the work already underway to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Delaware and identifies five

I Am in Local Government

The Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy provides programs and assistance for local governments in Delaware. Find information on grants, rebates and sustainability help for local government.

I Am a Resident of Delaware

The Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy provides programs and assistance for residents and property owners. Find information on grants, rebates and programs for residents.

I Am a Business Owner

The Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy provides programs and assistance for business owners. Find information on grants, rebates and programs for businesses.

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Public Participation

Public participation has been essential to developing Delaware’s Climate Action Plan. In addition to public workshops held in the spring and fall of 2020, online surveys and comment forms soliciting public input, DNREC sought insight from Delaware-based technical stakeholders in the buildings, electric power, industrial transportation

Efficient and Renewable Energy

The Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy supports energy efficiency and conservation programs that help reduce energy use and its impact on the state’s environment and public health. The Division supports the use of renewable energy by homeowners and businesses through grant funding, incentives, and technical guidance.

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Offshore Wind Working Group

Governor John Carney established the Offshore Wind Working Group in August, 2017, to study opportunities for Delaware to participate in developing offshore wind. The Working Group met from October, 2017, through June 2018, when it submitted its report to the Governor.

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Climate + Health Conference

On June 6, 2017, the DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy hosted the Delaware Climate + Health Conference at the Buena Vista Conference Center in New Castle. The event brought together health and medical professionals, environmental and social groups, and critical services stakeholders to explore the ways

Workplace Charging

Workplace Charging is Important About 98 percent of electric vehicle charging is done at home or at work. Whether or not a workplace has a charging station can be a determining factor in an employee’s ability to purchase and commute with an electric car. Providing charging for employees provides several benefits to

Climate, Coastal and Energy Contacts

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Participating Contractors

Looking to install a renewable energy system? DNREC’s Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy maintains the list below of contractors that can install different types of renewable energy technologies supported by green energy funding programs. If your contractor is not listed as a current participating contractor, please ask your contractor to submit

Renewable Energy Portfolio Cost Cap Provision

The Renewable Energy Standards Portfolio Act (26 Del.C. § 354(i) and (j)) includes a cost cap provision that allows the state to freeze the renewable Energy Portfolio Standards program if the costs exceed the benefits.

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Energy Efficiency Resource Standards Workgroup

The Energy Efficiency Resource Standards (EERS) Workgroup came together in 2009 to assist the planning process and implementation of energy reduction objectives and quantitative targets for Delaware. The workgroup submitted its report to the Secretary of DNREC in June of 2011. Background The workgroup was established

Energy Efficiency

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy supports energy efficiency and conservation programs that help reduce energy use and its impact on the state’s environment and public health. Every investment in energy efficiency helps increase productivity and profits for business, reduces the production of harmful greenhouse gasses, lowers energy costs, and improves the value

Sustainable Planning

A community sustainability plan is a road-map for making a community a socially fair, economically strong, and environmentally healthy place to live, work, and play. Community Sustainability Plan Developed in consultation with community members, a community sustainability plan is a long-term plan to help the community realize its collective sustainability goals.

History of Delaware Green Energy Programs

The Delaware Green Energy Program began in 1999 when the General Assembly deregulated Delaware’s electric utilities (26 Del.C. Ch. 10). In 1999, the General Assembly created a Green Energy Fund (29 Del.C. § 8057) and required Delmarva Power to fund it using contributions from Delmarva Power customers. The program, and energy assistance programs, have grown since then. The Delaware Energy

Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards

State law mandates that Delaware’s utilities derive 40 percent of their energy from renewable sources such as wind and solar by 2035.

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Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy 302-735-3480 Delaware Public Service Commission 302-736-7500

Building Energy Codes

Delaware has adopted national and international energy conservation standards to guide statewide rules and regulations for the building sector.

Delaware Energy Code Support Hotline Call us at 1-877-494-1333 or email your questions

DNREC’s Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy issues and regularly updates regulations based on

Delaware Renewable Energy Taskforce

The Delaware Renewable Energy Taskforce was established under the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards Act (26 Del.C. § 351 – § 364) to provide recommendations on establishing renewable energy trading mechanisms and other structures to support the growth of renewable energy in Delaware.

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Energy Security and Emergency Planning

Energy security planning helps achieve a robust, secure and reliable energy infrastructure that is also resilient. Delaware must be able to restore services rapidly in the event of any disaster. Energy security accounts for responses to disruptions as they occur (extreme weather, infrastructure failure) and for long-term measures that reduce overall risk to and vulnerabilities

Evaluation, Measurement and Verification

Evaluation, Measurement, and Verification (EM&V) is the process by which energy professionals make sure energy efficiency programs and projects are saving energy and money as they were designed to. It helps energy professionals assess how programs are working and decide what energy-saving strategies to pursue in the future. DNREC develops the regulations that guide EM&V

Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meetings

Meetings of the Energy Efficiency Advisory Council and its subcommittees are posted on the Delaware Public Meeting Calendar. Collected meeting materials are posted here for council members and the public. 2023 Meetings

January 11, 2023 -- Energy Access and Equity Collaborative Workgroup

January 17, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup

January 18, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

April 11, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup

April 12, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

April 25, 2023 -- Energy Access and Equity Collaborative Workgroup

June 6, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

July 25, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup

July 26, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

August 9, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

October 10, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup

October 11, 2023 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council