The Department of Environmental Protection published the general guidelines for implementing the Small Business Advantage Program which provides up to 50% matching grants, up to a maximum of $7,500, to enable a small business in this Commonwealth to adopt or acquire energy efficient or pollution prevention equipment or processes.

The Department will begin accepting applications for this program on July 1.

Well-designed energy efficient or pollution prevention projects can help small businesses cut costs and reduce the risk of potential regulatory problems, while simultaneously protecting the environment.

A copy of the guidelines is available at: http://www.pabulletin.com/secure/data/vol34/34-23/979.html

6/1/2004