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Are There Really Pennies from Heaven?

How to Get Federal Money for your Congregation's Solar Project

Wednesday, November 8 from 3 to 4:30 Mountain on Zoom


Join NM IPL online to learn how your congregation can get money from the federal government for your solar panel installation and other renewable energy projects! We'll be joined by Tiffany Hartung, national Interfaith Power and Light's Chief Strategy Officer.


The Inflation Reduction Act’s new rules are making it possible for houses of worship and other non-profits to benefit from tax credits for renewable energy. You read that right—even organizations that don't pay taxes can get money from the federal government now. Thanks to the IRA, your congregation can get a 30%+ rebate (called “elective pay” or “direct pay”) for solar panel installation and for a few other renewable energy efforts. Join our webinar to learn how this works and get your questions answered.


We’ll also be sharing updates about the Department of Energy’s Renew America's Nonprofit grant for energy efficiency.


Register here.


In the meantime, learn more about federal funding here at IPL's Resource Page.

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Join the Cool Congregations Challenge


The Cool Congregations Challenge is an annual national contest to recognize “Cool Congregations” that are becoming energy efficient and sustainable role models within their communities. The contest is brought to you by the national Interfaith Power & Light. There are no fees to enter and there's a chance to win $1000 for your congregation.


Application period opens November 1 each year. Deadline for entries, December 15.


Categories include:    

  • Energy Saver
  • Renewable Role Model
  • Cool Planner
  • Electric Vehicle Leader
  • Sacred Grounds
  • Community Inspiration


Due to Covid the project eligibility window has been expanded again for 2024. Projects completed in 2021, 2022, and 2023 will be eligible to apply. Deadline Dec 15, 2023, awards announced in February 2024.


Learn more here.

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