Amata Welcomes Over $625,000 in Federal Energy Funds for American Samoa

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the announcement of an investment from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) from congressionally authorized and appropriated funding that will benefit families and communities throughout American Samoa.

For Fiscal Year 2025, DOE is providing more than $625,000 to the territory through the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), Weatherization Readiness Fund (WRF), and State Energy Program (SEP). These funds will help low-income households reduce energy costs, improve home safety, and strengthen local energy reliability.

American Samoa’s allocations include:

• $136,098 for the WAP Retrofit Program
• $77,449 for WAP Training & Technical Assistance
• $64,615 from the WRF to prepare homes for weatherization
• $347,080 through the SEP for efficiency, reliability, and cost-saving initiatives for residents and businesses

The Weatherization Assistance Program has a proven record of making homes more energy efficient, lowering utility bills, and addressing health and safety concerns. The State Energy Program supports local energy priorities, including improving grid stability and long-term planning.

“I am grateful for this vital funding which will provide direct help to families in need and strengthen American Samoa’s energy systems,” Congresswoman Amata stated. “These resources will make a difference in people’s lives. In addition, the removal of an unnecessary policy requirement by DOE will help ensure that assistance reaches households faster.”

This funding continues Congresswoman Amata’s ongoing commitment to securing federal programs that address the territory’s unique needs, support economic opportunity, and improve the daily lives of the people of American Samoa.

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