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PA manufacturers could secure up to 70% in grant funding for energy and emissions-reduction projects.

Ampica helps eligible Pennsylvania manufacturers identify qualifying upgrades, complete a no-cost energy assessment, and support the RISE PA application process for projects focused on energy efficiency, electrification, process improvements, and other greenhouse gas-reduction measures.
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TRANSFORMING PA’S INDUSTRIAL FUTURE:

Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania

RISE PA is a major funding opportunity for Pennsylvania manufacturers looking to reduce energy use, modernize equipment, and lower emissions. The program includes funding for energy efficiency projects, process upgrades, electrification technologies, on-site generation, waste reduction, fugitive emissions improvements, and other greenhouse gas reduction measures.
 
For qualifying projects under the Small Award Track, manufacturers may receive 50% cost-share up to $500,000 on projects under $1 million, with possible 10% bonuses for community benefits and 10% for fair labor practices.
Why Ampica
Ampica helps manufacturers turn opportunities into action.

Ampica performs the energy assessment and report, which then supports the broader application process alongside program partners.
Why manufacturers choose Ampica:
 
    • We identify energy-saving and emissions-reduction opportunities aligned with the RISE PA project categories.
    • We perform the energy assessment included in the process, valued at $25,000 in the presentation.
    • We help translate technical facility data into a clearer path toward grant-ready projects.
    • We support manufacturers pursuing funding that may also be combined with utility incentives.

For projects with a total cost up to $1 million, RISE PA funds 50% of the cost.

This includes materials, labor, equipment, delivery, software, construction, installation, retrofitting, tools, and contractual work directly related to the project.

Projects that may qualify:

These include electrification technologies such as process heat pumps and boilers, energy efficiency improvements that reduce fuel or electricity consumption, recycling and process waste reduction, fugitive emissions projects, on-site generation, geothermal, renewables, and other greenhouse gas reduction technologies.
 
  • Lighting, insulation, controls, and VFD upgrades.
  • Electrification and process equipment improvements.
  • Waste reduction and recycling-related upgrades.
  • On-site energy generation and renewable technologies.
  • Projects targeting fugitive emissions and broader GHG reduction.

Eligible Manufacturers

  • Industrial site in Pennsylvania
  • Manufacturing processes occurring at the site
  • Fewer than 500 employees (W2s) at the site

Eligible Projects

Projects that reduce GHG emissions

  • Electrification technologies (e.g. process heat pumps, boilers, etc)
  • Energy efficiency projects that reduce fuel or electrical consumption (e.g. lighting, insulation, VFDs, etc) including control systems
  • Recycling and process waste reduction
  • Fugitive emissions
  • On-site generation, geothermal, renewables
  • Other GHG reduction technologies

How the process works

  • Review program requirements and gather key information, including 12 consecutive months of utility bills and a Unique Entity Identifier.
  • Complete the enrollment questionnaire, described in the presentation as a 15-minute step to get started.
  • Ampica performs the energy assessment and develops the report.
  • The assessment is reviewed with the company and application support team.
  • PennTAP reviews the application and administers award and reimbursement.
Start Your RISE PA Assessment

Small Award Track Grants

Base Grant

  • 50% cost-share up to $500k for <$1M projects

Additional Bonus Grant

    • 10% community benefits bonus
    • 10% fair labor practice bonus
    • Total grant potential of 70%

Additional Benefits

  • Free energy assessments ($25k value)
  • No risk, no obligation
  • Grants are stack-able with Utility incentives

Projects can be internally funded, financed, or energy-service contract

Turn plant improvements into a funded energy strategy.

If your Pennsylvania manufacturing facility is planning equipment upgrades, efficiency improvements, or emissions-reduction projects, RISE PA may help offset the cost. Ampica can help you assess opportunities, document project value, and take the first step toward a stronger grant application.

RISE PA will provide grants to industrial facilities—including small, medium, and large-scale manufacturers—for projects that:

  •  Electrify industrial operations by replacing fossil fuel-powered equipment with electric alternatives
  • Improve energy efficiency and optimize manufacturing processes
  • Switch to low-carbon fuels such as hydrogen and biofuels
  • Install on-site renewable energy like solar and wind power
  • Implement carbon capture and storage solutions
  • Reduce fugitive emissions from natural gas systems, oil infrastructure, and coal mining

By leveraging this historic funding opportunity, businesses can reduce energy costs, modernize operations, and contribute to a cleaner future for Pennsylvania.

FAQs:

What is RISE PA?

RISE PA stands for Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania. It funds small-, medium-, and large-scale projects that lower industrial emissions through efficiency upgrades, electrification, low-carbon fuels, on-site renewables, carbon capture, and related measures.

Who can apply?

Eligibility depends on the award track, but the program is designed for Pennsylvania industrial facilities, especially manufacturers and other industrial operators pursuing emissions-reduction projects. PennTAP notes that the Small-scale Award Track is intended for small- and mid-sized manufacturers, and applicants must have a completed site assessment before applying.

What kinds of projects are eligible?

Eligible projects include industrial electrification, process efficiency improvements, switching to low-carbon fuels, on-site renewable energy, carbon capture and storage, and reducing fugitive emissions from natural gas, oil systems, and coal mining.

How does funding work?

RISE PA is a reimbursement grant program, meaning award recipients are reimbursed for eligible costs as they are incurred. DEP says MAT/LAT projects can be reimbursed for up to 90% of the Base Grant Award, with the remaining 10% withheld until measurement, monitoring, and verification are completed.

What are the deadlines?

For the Medium- and Large-scale Award Tracks, the Round 2 application window opened on May 15, 2026, and closes on July 15, 2026, at 4:59 PM EST. For the Small-scale Award Track, PennTAP says Round 4 applications are open through August 17, 2026.

What else do applicants need to know?

Applicants should expect review for administrative, technical, and financial feasibility, and projects must include planning for measurement, monitoring, and verification. Pennsylvania DEP also notes that expenses incurred on or after October 1, 2024, may be reimbursable once a contract is executed.

How much funding can companies receive?
Grants can range from small-scale awards (up to ~$500K) to large-scale projects exceeding $100M, depending on project size and emissions reduction impact.

The Ampica Pledge:

“We pledge to treat every client’s energy needs as our own—combining deep expertise with personalized service to deliver measurable savings, sustainable solutions, and peace of mind. We don’t just deliver solutions; we stand by our clients every step of the way, ensuring strategies fit their unique needs and create lasting value for their business.”