Most Indiana schools are missing out on $800K in Inflation Reduction Act energy incentives. Right now, Indiana's nonprofit schools have an average of $800,000 in unclaimed federal energy incentives waiting to be used. That's real money that could upgrade classrooms, modernize facilities, and lower utility bills for decades.

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The issue?

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Most schools don't know how to access it.

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What’s Driving This Funding?

These opportunities come from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the largest federal investment in clean energy and efficiency in U.S. history.

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Under the IRA, schools and nonprofits can claim energy efficient building deductions up to $5.81 per square foot, solar investment tax credits, battery storage incentives and additional grants and rebates for HVAC, insulation, lighting, and roofing.

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Together, these can translate to hundreds of thousands, or even millions, in available funding per facility.

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Why Schools Are Missing Out

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Despite the size of these incentives, only 3% of Indiana schools have successfully accessed them. The primary barrier is complexity.

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Stacking multiple federal programs requires licensed engineers, DOE approved modeling, prevailing wage documentation, and third party verification.

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It's not traditional grant writing, it's specialized, technical work that blends engineering and finance. That's why most schools using internal grant writers only capture about 8% of available funds.

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The Smarter Solution? Energy Grant Stacking Specialists

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Specialized energy grant firms have emerged to help schools navigate these programs. Their entire focus is on maximizing federal incentive capture while maintaining full compliance.

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These firms average 70 to 80% capture rates, compared to the 8% schools manage on their own.

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A proven example starts with reflective roofing systems that improve efficiency, then layers on solar integration and battery storage, each unlocking new incentives that can be stacked together for maximum return.

The 15 Month Path to Funding

The full process typically takes about 15 months, broken down into four clear phases.

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‍Months 1 to 2 Assessment & Planning

Energy audits and modeling establish a baseline while experts analyze grant opportunities and financial projections to determine exactly how much funding your school qualifies for.

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‍Months 3 to 4 Design & Documentation

System designs are finalized, grant applications are prepared, and contractors are aligned for compliance, turning ideas into detailed plans.

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‍Months 5 to 12 Implementation

Construction and installation take place in phases, with all compliance and reporting handled by specialists so schools can stay focused on education, not paperwork.

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‍Months 13 to 15 Optimization‍

Final performance verification ensures systems deliver results, new grant opportunities are identified, and planning begins for future upgrades.

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This structured approach helps schools move confidently from assessment to lasting energy savings.

Real Benefits Beyond the Bills

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Energy upgrades deliver more than just lower bills. They create long term, community wide impact.

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✅ Healthier learning environments, consistent temperatures and air quality boost student comfort and performance.

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✅ Community trust, sustainability commitments enhance reputation and attract support from parents and donors.

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✅ Resilience, facilities equipped with solar and battery systems stay operational during outages.

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✅ Future proofing, energy efficient systems reduce costs for decades, freeing resources for educational programs.

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Act Before the Deadline

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Given a construction deadline of June 2026 and an average project timeline of 15 months, the time to start is now.

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Find out exactly how much funding your school qualifies for, often averaging around $800,000 in support.

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Don't let federal dollars go unclaimed. Start your school's clean energy journey today.

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