Oakland SAVES – Grants Available for Home Energy Efficiency Projects
(Oakland County, Jan. 21, 2024)
Oakland County, MI – Oakland County has partnered with Michigan Saves, the nation’s first nonprofit green bank, to invest $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding to provide qualified residents with an Oakland SAVES (Simple Actions for Valuable Energy Savings) grant. These grants can be used to make updates to homes, producing savings in energy consumption and utility bills and improving a home’s health, safety and comfort.
“Helping our residents upgrade the energy efficiency of their homes will not only enable them to save money on their utility bills but will also be beneficial for the environment. Less energy usage means a reduction in carbon emissions and that translates into a cleaner, more sustainable environment for all of us,” said County Executive Dave Coulter.
Any qualified resident in Oakland County can apply for a grant in one of two tiers:
- Income-qualified households can receive up to $5,000 from a pot of $4 million to help pay for projects.
- Other residents can apply to have 20% of a sustainable home improvement project covered by a grant, capping out at $3,000 each from a pot of $1 million.
Eligible improvements include: the installation of insulation, energy-efficient doors and windows, weatherstripping, and heating, ventilation, water heater and air conditioning improvements.
Additional Program Details and How to Apply
The application process requires:
- A project quote from an authorized Michigan Saves contractor.
- For income-qualified applicants, an electric copy of their 2022 federal tax form to upload (with the social security number(s) removed).
Applications for the Oakland SAVES grant program will open on January 22, 2024.
