The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy will conduct a public hearing (Docket #2023-WAP-CCE-0003) on the Proposed 2023 Weatherization Assistance Program Grant Application. Public comment period closed.

This hearing was rescheduled from March 14, 2023.

The DNREC Division of Energy and Climate is applying for U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) new 2023 program funds. The mission of WAP is to reduce energy loss and consumption in the homes of low-income Delawareans, creating healthier and more comfortable homes while reducing energy bills.

This new application continues the work outlined in DNREC’s previous Weatherization Program State Plans. The new 2023 grant application requests approval to use $833,863 of new federal FY 2023 funds.

For more information and to review the documents describing the grant funding requirements contact Heather Hubbard, Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy, at 100 W. Water St, Suite 10B, Dover, DE 19904, by phone at 302-735-3352, or by email at heather.hubbard@delaware.gov.

The Department will accept public comment through the close of business on April 27, 2023. Comments will be accepted in written form via email to DNRECHearingComments@delaware.gov, using the online form at de.gov/dnreccomments, or by U.S. mail to the address on this page.

DNREC Exhibits

2023 Weatherization Assistance Program Grant Application

Affidavit of public notice in the Delaware State News (March 21, 2023)

Affidavit of public notice in the News Journal (March 22, 2023)

Public notice on the State Public Meeting Calendar (April 8, 2023)