Innovative Energy Solutions Program

Program Overview

The Connecticut Innovative Energy Solutions (IES) Program is a statewide initiative to identify, pilot, and scale innovative ideas that enable a decarbonized, affordable, and equitable electric grid for Connecticut.

With a budget of up to $5 million per project, the IES Program will provide resources and support for the implementation of innovative projects over the course of a 12-to-18-month period. Pilot projects that demonstrate benefits, cost-effectiveness, and scalability will have the opportunity to be deployed at scale in Connecticut. The IES Program presents an exciting opportunity for third-party innovators and technology developers to establish collaborative partnerships with Connecticut’s two investor-owned EDCs, The Connecticut Light and Power Company d/b/a Eversource Energy (Eversource) and The United Illuminating Company (UI), and play an active role in enabling Connecticut’s decarbonized energy future.

Key Program Dates

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