As set forth in the Long-Term Plan and the Program Guidebook, the following items have December 1, 2025, deadlines:
180-Day Prioritization Window for Public Schools Subcategories
As stated in the Program Guidebook Section 1.E, Public Schools capacity is allocated by Group, tier, location, and project size subcategories. If any of the allocations are not filled within the first 180 days of the Program Year, Public School projects will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis regardless of Tier, Environmental Justice Community location, or project size. The 180-day prioritization window will close on December 1, 2025, at 11:59pm.
Designee Renewals
As previously announced, Designees registered prior to the start of the 2025-26 Program Year will be required to renew their status in the Program or indicate their withdrawal from the Program by December 1, 2025. Designees received an email with a link to the form, a list of required uploads, and a unique code and password to access their renewal form on October 17, 2025. EEC Designees and Subcontractors will have the ability to renew their status and will receive an updated EEC certificate following renewal review. For more information, please reference the Designee Renewal section on the Become an AV or Designee page.
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