To the extent that funding is available, the Office administers grant programs to support energy-related research, development and demonstration, including supporting multi-state cooperative regional partnerships and research initiatives. The Office develops and implements programs for the production, utilization and conservation of energy in a manner that meets basic needs while maintaining Kentucky's economic growth at the highest feasible level.
The Office enters into agreements, administers grant programs and serves as a liaison with the federal government and other states in matters relating to energy; and participates in the review of applications, and upon request of the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority, assists in monitoring tax incentive agreements as provided in Subchapter 27 of KRS 154.
The Governor's budget includes additional funding in the amount of $18,800 in fiscal year 2027 and $38,800 in fiscal year 2028 to fund a 2% salary increment in fiscal year 2027 and an additional 2% in fiscal year 2028. The General Fund portion is $6,200 and $12,800, respectively.