(Energy Modernization Grants available)....The grants are being offered by the Imperial Irrigation District.

The grants are for schools. Eligible school sites in the IID service area can receive up to $35,000 in grant funds for qualifying energy efficiency projects. The grants are provided through the District's Grants for Energy Modernization in Schools, or GEMS program, Last year the IID awarded more than $1.1 million to 20 local schools across the imperial and Coachella Valleys through this competitive grant opportunity. The application process is now open. Applications must be submitted by 5 pm February 20th. Award notifications will be March 18th. The project completion deadline is October 2nd, 2026. More information can be found at the IID website.