Resourceful Kansas FAQs

Q. How do I know if our organization is a good candidate for the Resourceful Kansas program?

A. Resourceful Kansas is looking for a variety of organizations; organizations that would help Resourceful Kansas accomplish our goals; organizations that have energy reduction goals of their own our program could help them meet.  If your organization falls within one of the eligible organization categories and you support our efforts to create a less energy intensive, more efficient economy in Kansas, we encourage you to apply.

Q. If I am selected during Round 2, can I apply again for Round 3?

A. Yes; there is no limit to the number of Seminars and Energy Assessments that can be awarded to a single organization.  Resourceful Kansas will give preference to those who have not yet attended a Seminar or who have not been awarded an Energy Assessment.  Please note in the ‘Additional Comments’ section of your application that you intend to send members within your organization that did not previously have the opportunity to attend the Seminar, and/or that you have an additional building you would like considered for an Energy Assessment.

Q. What out of pocket expenses will I incur to participate in the Resourceful Kansas program?

A. While there is no registration fee for the Resourceful Kansas Seminar and lunch is provided that day, if you are selected your organization will be responsible for your travel to Riley County, Kansas.  While there is no charge to your organization for the Energy Assessment, if you are selected your organization will need to fill out a pre-assessment questionnaire and have a representative available the day of the site visit to show the auditor your building systems and site.

Q. Can I use the Resourceful Kansas logo on our website to announce our acceptance into the program?

A. Please do!  If you have any questions about the logo, please use the ‘Contact Us’ tab on the website.

Q. Can the Resourceful Kansas team help me craft a press release to announce my participation in the program?

A. Yes we can.  The Resourceful Kansas team is available to assist you, please contact Jennifer Gunby This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Q. I see that Unified School Districts are an eligible organization.  I represent a High School within a USD - does the USD need to apply on my behalf?

A. The USD does not need to apply on your behalf.  Any school or facility that is a part of a USD can apply.  Multiple schools within a USD can apply.

Q.  Can private schools apply for Resourceful Kansas?

A. Yes, private schools, both K-12 and secondary education, are encouraged to apply.

Q.  If I have already had an energy audit, can I apply for Resourceful Kansas?

A.  Yes, the Resourceful Kansas Team recognizes the fact that there are always other ways to conserve energy and increase efficiency.  Resourceful Kansas encourages ALL eligible organizations to apply, from those that have not yet implemented any formal energy conservation/energy efficiency programs, to those that are LEED-Platinum certified.

Q.  Does this program apply only to organizations in Riley County?

A.  No, any eligible organization in the state of Kansas can apply for both the seminar and the energy assessment.

Q. I am an eligible organization, but I lease space, not own.  Am I eligible for the Resourceful Kansas program?

A.As an eligible organization, you are eligible for the Resourceful Kansas program. However, you may not be eligible for the additional award of an Energy Assessment.  If you do not own the building, you must have control over energy conservation, energy efficiency or renewable energy retrofits and installations to the building.  Please do apply and take advantage of the Seminar and Technical Assistance available to all Resourceful Kansas participants.