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$8 Million Given To 21 Alternative Energy Projects
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$7.9 million in grants were awarded to 21 biofuels, natural gas and electric vehicle projects across the state as part of the Alternative Fuel Incentive Grant Program.
The projects are expected to reduce the use of oil by more than 500,000 gallons, create 221 jobs and cut carbon dioxide emissions by 14.5 million pounds.
This latest round of investments-which are being matched by another $22.1 million in private funds for a total economic impact of $30 million-further strengthens Pennsylvania's reputation as a leading state for clean energy innovation and use.
"Two weeks ago, the Natural Resources Defense Council named Pennsylvania as the 7th least vulnerable state in the nation to oil price spikes because of our work to build a green economy here," said the Governor. "In doing so, it noted 'America's addiction to oil continues to threaten not only our national security and global environmental health, but also our economic viability.'
"That's a very accurate assessment and it's what we've been saying for the past eight years, which is why we've worked so hard to create a green energy economy here. That work has paid off and today, we have thousands of companies who are employing tens of thousands of workers in green collar jobs. These projects will build upon that work and will transform the way we power our vehicles."
A list of projects receiving grants is available online.
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11/22/2010 |
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