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Tidal Basin’s Clean Energy Impact through Solar and Water Installations for Low-Income Single-Family Homeowners

As part of Tidal Basin’s commitment to building resilient communities, we were pleased that the Puerto Rico Department of Housing (PRDOH) selected our team to address critical vulnerabilities in the island’s energy and water systems by serving as the program manager for the landmark $300 million Community Energy and Water Resiliency Installations (CEWRI) program . This pivotal initiative, funded through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program, aims to solidify Puerto Rico’s infrastructure resilience and facilitate the provision of energy and water efficiency improvements for single-family homeowners. This includes installing photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery backup for essential loads and water storage solutions, directly enhancing the liveability and sustainability of households that participated in the CDBG-DR- funded Home Repair, Relocation and Reconstruction (R3) program. Our role in the comprehensive effort encompassed all program operations, from application processing to the administration of necessary tasks and services. Tidal Basin’s duties extended to operational support, community engagement and outreach, intake and eligibility processes, HUD income verification, inspections,

award coordination, and the meticulous management of program closeout services. A crucial aspect of our service delivery was the provision of bilingual case management, ensuring that applicants received seamless support in both English and Spanish throughout the program requirements and application process. This inclusive approach enabled effective management of applications, inspections, and technical assistance to homeowner applicants, reinforcing our commitment to accessibility and customer satisfaction. To date, we have successfully installed 4,600 PV and water storage systems, marking a significant achievement in our mission to promote energy and water resiliency in Puerto Rican communities.

$300 million Community Energy and Water Resiliency Installations (CEWRI) program

Tidal Basin has installed 4,600 photovoltaic (PV) and water storage systems in Puerto Rico.