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Energy Governance and Reform Programs
Department of State s Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) programs support improved energy sector governance and transparency, technical engagement to build awareness of the challenges involved in developing unconventional resources, and power sector reform and development to support the
Together, these programs counter poverty and lack of development resulting from a lack of access to energy, poor resource development, or both.
The programs support both ENR s global diplomatic engagement to strengthen U.S.
energy security and specific Administration energy initiatives.
The Department of State strives to create a more secure, democratic and prosperous world for the benefit of the American people and the international community.
Program Accomplishments
Fiscal Year 2013: The U.S. Department of State s Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) programs support improved energy sector governance and transparency, technical engagement to build awareness of the challenges involved in developing unconventional resources, and power sector reform and development to support the expansion of access to electricity. Together, these programs counter poverty and lack of development resulting from a lack of access to energy, poor resource development, or both. The programs support both ENR s global diplomatic engagement to strengthen U.S. energy security and specific Administration energy initiatives, including Connecting the Americas 2022, the U.S.-Asia Pacific Comprehensive Energy Partnership, and Power Africa. Fiscal Year 2014: No Current Data Available Fiscal Year 2015: No Current Data Available
Uses and Use Restrictions
The Bureau of Energy Resources works with recipients to implement international activities that support improved energy sector governance and transparency,
See full announcement at www.grants.gov.
Not applicable.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
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Beneficiary Eligibility
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Credentials/Documentation
No Credentials or documentation are required. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
Preapplication coordination is not applicable.
Environmental impact information is not required for this program.
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.
12372.
Application Procedures
OMB Circular No. A-102 applies to this program. OMB Circular No. A-110 applies to this program. See full announcement at www.grants.gov
Award Procedures
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Deadlines
Contact the headquarters or regional office, as appropriate, for application deadlines.
Authorization
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, Section 634A, Public Law 113-6.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
From 60 to 90 days. Attempt to complete approval process within 90 days but may vary by grant. See full announcement at www.grants.gov.
Appeals
Not Applicable.
Renewals
Generally grants are for one year but may vary by program. See full announcement at www.grants.gov.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Statutory formulas are not applicable to this program.
Matching requirements are not applicable to this program.
MOE requirements are not applicable to this program.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Generally grants are for one year but may vary by program. See full announcement at www.grants.gov. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: quarterly.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Quarterly reports typically required.
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SF-425 is required.
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Progress reports typically required.
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Expenditure reports are required.
Performance monitoring typically required.
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Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. Large grant recipients are encouraged to have annual audits.
Records
Records are to be retained for three years after the recipient sends in the final report.
Financial Information
Account Identification
19-7234-1-0-370 - 1972341037.
Obigations
(Cooperative Agreements) FY 13 $1,800,000; FY 14 est $1,800,000; and FY 15 est $1,800,000 - FY 2014 and 2015 figures are estimated.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$500,000-$600,000 to date; will vary.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
More information on the Bureau of Energy Resources is available at: http://www.state.gov/e/enr/
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
Clare T. Murphy 2201 C St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20037 Email: murphyct@state.gov Phone: 2026479158
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
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