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What is the Department of energy's role in Puerto Rico's energy recovery?

The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) role in Puerto Rico's energy recovery is to: Leverage its network of National Laboratories to supply advanced planning and modeling capabilities to stakeholders in Puerto Rico. Serve as a trusted unbiased convener and coordinator among relevant federal and local decision makers.

What is Puerto Rico energy resilience fund (PR-ERF)?

Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund (PR-ERF): In December 2022, Congress approved $1 billion to improve the resilience of Puerto Rico’s electric grid, with a focus on the region’s most vulnerable and disadvantaged households and communities.

Will Puerto Rico receive a grid resilience grant?

Grid Resilience Formula Grant: On July 31, 2023, DOE announced that Puerto Rico will receive over $7.4 million through the Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.

Does Puerto Rico need a grid modernization?

In September 2022, Hurricane Fiona again knocked out 100% of the grid for as long as four weeks in parts of Puerto Rico, highlighting the continuing need for grid modernization on the island.

How do I apply for solar in Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico residents can visit to check their eligibility, start collecting required documentation for their applications, and find their local Solar Ambassador.

Why did Puerto Rico experience severe disruptions?

Puerto Rico's communications, water and wastewater, transportation, healthcare, and critical manufacturing sectors similarly experienced severe disruptions—in most cases caused by electricity infrastructure damage or existing issues being exacerbated by the underlying instability of the grid.