On Wednesday, Department for Local Government Commissioner Sandra K. Dunahoo announced applications are being accepted for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation for Local Government Program. This program is part of an ongoing effort by DLG and the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet to help city and county governments reduce their energy consumption, as well as benefit taxpayers by lowering utility costs for local governments. While only county and city governments are eligible for EEC funding, a local government may apply on behalf of a non-profit agency or a public or quasi-public entity within their jurisdiction. The program provides a minimum grant of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000. Applications will be accepted until January 31, 2017.