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
This program manages the adoption and implementation of energy codes and standards for residential and commercial building construction in Texas. The process involves public review, stakeholder input, and technical analysis by the Energy Systems Laboratory to ensure new codes meet or exceed energy efficiency and air quality standards.
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.Interest in adoption of new energy codes
2.Submit written comments during 30+ day comment period
3.Comply with published notice in Texas Register
4.Align with energy efficiency and air quality standards
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.
IRS · United States
The nation's largest affordable rental housing production program, providing dollar-for-dollar federal tax credits to developers who build or rehabilitate affordable rental housing and maintain income and rent restrictions for 30+ years.
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.