Innovative Energy Solutions Program

The Connecticut Innovative Energy Solutions (IES) Program is a statewide initiative through the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority 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, and up to $25 million per cycle (a total of 5 cycles will run), 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 electric distribution companies. We play an active role in enabling Connecticut’s decarbonized energy future.

For more information on the program structure, pathways to participate, timelines to be aware of and to submit proposals you can visit the Innovative Energy Solutions website.

To contact UI and find out if there are opportunities to collaborate or partner on a project, please email innovativetechnologies@uinet.com.