K–12 Energy Efficiency Program (KTEP)

California Energy Commission is deploying zero-interest loans to K–12 schools statewide for energy efficiency retrofits and renewable energy installations, aiming to reduce operating costs across the state's school districts. Schools can finance comprehensive measures including HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, building envelope improvements, and solar installations through KTEP's capital program. Participating districts access funding to lower long-term energy expenses while modernizing aging school facilities.