Businesses
Government-funded
Varies
Amount varies
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Moderate
Standard state application
A mandatory biennial reporting program requiring Texas state agencies and higher education institutions to submit energy and water management data, consumption metrics, and fleet management information to track conservation efforts and utility management effectiveness.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below for a rules-based self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Must be a Texas state agency or institution of higher education
2.Required to develop and maintain Energy and Water Management Plans
3.Must report consumption data through ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
4.Required to submit quarterly reporting via Texas Fleet Management System (TxFS)
5.Biennial reporting cycle to Governor and Legislative Budget Board
IRS · United States
Allows businesses to deduct up to $5.65/sq ft for commercial buildings achieving significant energy savings through improvements to HVAC, lighting, and building envelope systems. IRA expanded the deduction and allowed non-profits and government to allocate it.
NCDOR · North Carolina
Provides state income tax credits for investments in renewable energy equipment and energy efficiency improvements for business properties in North Carolina, stackable with federal ITC.
TX Comptroller · Texas
Texas provides a significant franchise tax reduction for manufacturers, allowing a reduced 0.375% rate versus the standard 0.75% rate. Combined with the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, manufacturers can achieve substantial state tax savings.