U.S. EPA, DOE Announce $850 Million to Reduce Methane Pollution from the Oil & Gas Sector

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Sun, 23 Jun 2024 18:49:31 +0000

Funding from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda builds on nearly 100 cross-government actions that are sharply reducing methane pollution in support of clean air, good jobs and climate action WASHINGTON — [On Friday], June 21, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy announced that applications … [continued]

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U.S. DOE Leads Effort to Improve the Cybersecurity of Energy Supply Chains

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:35:53 +0000

Major Manufacturers Tout the Effort as Critical for Strengthening Global Energy Systems  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released new Supply Chain Cybersecurity Principles, developed in collaboration with Idaho National Laboratory. The principles establish best practices for cybersecurity throughout the supply chain that supports energy infrastructure. Developed … [continued]

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NRDC Report: Cleaner Cars Drive Benefits for Health & Wallets

Credit to Author: NRDC| Date: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 23:10:58 +0000

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The clean car policies of the Biden administration will deliver unprecedented benefits to the American people, including billions of dollars of savings, more vehicle options and less pollution, a new report from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) shows. The report, Cleaner Cars, Fatter Wallets, compiles new and existing data … [continued]

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Governor Lamont Announces Phase 1 Conditional Awards for Electric Vehicle Charger Buildout in Connecticut

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 16:34:59 +0000

Funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program Provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HARTFORD, Connecticut — Governor Ned Lamont today announced the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has selected nine applicants to build out electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Connecticut. The conditional awards totaling more than … [continued]

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U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces More Than $1 Billion in Upfront Savings for Consumers on Electric Vehicle Sales

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 23:27:22 +0000

Total Consumer Savings on Fuel and Maintenance of Up To $3.2 Billion; Estimated Savings of $18,000 to $24,000 Over Life of Vehicle WASHINGTON — Yesterday, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS announced consumers have saved more than $1 billion in upfront costs on their purchase of more than … [continued]

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U.S. Department of Energy Announces National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Tue, 11 Jun 2024 03:32:33 +0000

New Definition Will Help Nation Achieve President Biden’s Clean Energy and Climate Goals While Lowering Energy Costs, Cutting Air Pollution, and Creating Good-Paying Jobs WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) last week announced a National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building to advance public and private sector efforts … [continued]

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New Steps to Advance Offshore Wind Progress in Maryland

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Fri, 07 Jun 2024 22:47:30 +0000

Memorandum of Understanding between BOEM and Maryland will strengthen efforts to meet President Biden’s historic clean energy goals ANNAPOLIS, Maryland — As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to expand offshore wind opportunities and advance an all-of-government approach to address the climate crisis while creating good-paying jobs, the Department of the … [continued]

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$12 Million to Support Local Projects to Save Energy in 17 State & Local Governments from Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Sat, 01 Jun 2024 03:27:17 +0000

Over $12 Million From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Will Fund Energy Efficiency Improvements and Clean Energy Technologies for Public Facilities and Low-Income Homes WASHINGTON, D.C. — As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $12.1 million to three states and 14 local governments … [continued]

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Secretary Jennifer Granholm’s Remarks on Biden Administration’s First Home Energy Rebates Program

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:30:02 +0000

Queens, N.Y. Secretary Jennifer Granholm Announcing the Biden Administration’s First Home Energy Rebates Program in Queens, NY on May 30th, 2024. Appreciate Yoselín [Genao Estrella]. Thank you for your leadership and everything that you are doing here in Queens to make sure that nobody is left behind. And that we … [continued]

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Applications Open for $1.3 Billion in Funding to Expand National Electric Vehicle Charging Network

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Fri, 31 May 2024 22:30:29 +0000

The Biden-Harris Administration opened applications today for a historic $1.3 billion funding opportunity for electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative-fueling infrastructure in urban and rural communities and along designated highways, interstates, and major roadways. This is the largest single grant funding opportunity for EV charging in the nation’s history and it will … [continued]

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