FEMP Assistance

FEMP provides expert, unbiased technical assistance to any Federal agency interested in developing a DER or CHP project. Specific assistance can include:

Screening for DER project opportunities, including combined heat and power screenings
Conducting site surveys and feasibility studies
Collecting baseline data
Providing support for addressing policy and regulatory constraints, including siting and permitting, grid interconnection requirements, exit fees, and backup charges
Reviewing and verifying design, including component matching and sizing verification
Developing procurement specifications
Evaluating technical and price proposal
Measuring performance
Monitoring existing systems

If agencies need assistance with project financing, FEMP can help identify appropriate partners (energy services companies or utilities) and assist in navigating the process.

FEMP can often provide technical assistance and support to agencies at no charge. When FEMP funds are limited and agencies have funding available, FEMP can cost share to provide expert, unbiased support.

To access these services, contact your FEMP agency client representative (Excel 28 KB).

Call for Projects

Periodically, FEMP has limited funding to provide technical assistance for Federal energy and water efficiency projects. See the Project Assistance Web page for more information.

Technology Demonstration

FEMP supports a limited number of technology demonstrations to provide independent performance data to Federal decision-makers and support timely Federal adoption of energy saving and environmentally beneficial technologies.

Education and Outreach

FEMP offers a variety of publications, training, and workshops to assist Federal energy managers in meeting energy technology and management goals.