DNR Opens Applications for Grid Resilience Funding

Jefferson City, Mo. (KFMO) - Officials with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Division of Energy are accepting applications for the Grid Resilience Formula Funding Program which supports investments that improve the resilience of the electric grid against disruptive events.

Examples of eligible projects include utility pole management, power line relocation or reconductoring and microgrids, as well as, recruitment, retention and training of skilled, and properly credentialed workers, in order to perform the required labor.

Eligible applicants include electric grid operators, electricity storage operators, electricity generators, transmission owners or operators, distribution providers and fuel suppliers.

A total of just over $13 million is available for selected projects.

The department will accept applications through 4 p.m. Central Time April 30th of 2025. Applications must be submitted through the department's Funding Opportunities Portal or via email to gridresilience@dnr.mo.gov.