Saturday, August 15, 2026

Powered & Prepared Initiative Seeks Proposals From Nonprofit, Municipal Organizations In Southwestern PA For Backup Power Solutions To Keep Them Running

Southwestern Pennsylvania is increasingly impacted by severe weather events that cause widespread power outages and disruptions. 

The Powered & Prepared Initiative, supported by Henry L. Hillman Foundation, seeks proposals from nonprofit and municipal organizations for backup power solutions that allow those organizations to offer essential services during emergencies without disruption.

The Initiative welcomes applications from 10 counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland.

Potential participants to use our readiness tool to determine your fit and eligibility for the initiative.

The awards will be selected after a series of evaluation phases.

The Selection Committee will select up to 15 Awardees to each receive $300,000.

Visit the Powered & Prepared Initiative webpage for all the details.  The deadline to apply is August 26.


(Courtesy PA Environmental Council.)

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-- Powered & Prepared Initiative Seeks Proposals From Nonprofit, Municipal Organizations In Southwestern PA For Backup Power Solutions To Keep Them Running  [PaEN]

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[Posted: August 16, 2026]  PA Environment Digest

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