New standards are being established to make home appliances “climate-friendly.” U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm announced that household dishwashers will receive new efficiency standards as part of…
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Solar Power Technology Competitions Announced
Grants and prizes were announced for community solar projects. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a number of energy technology competitions last week that will be conducted over…
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DOE Announces Funding for Domestic Solar Supply Chain
19 projects selected to forward research and economic integration. The Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced that $52 million will be distributed to 19 projects intended to increase…
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Administration Offers Congress Reassurance on SPR
Legislators receive a letter from Energy Department. Congress received a letter from the Department of Energy earlier this month, offering the administration’s response to congressional concerns about the…
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DOE Announces $50 Million for Small and Medium Sized Manufacturing
Funds will be distributed through the State Manufacturing Leadership Program. The Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced the availability of $50 million for technology improvements for small- and…
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Secretary Granholm Concludes Fourth Visit to Puerto Rico
Department of Energy is continuing research for the territory’s renewable energy goals. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm wrapped up her most recent visit to Puerto Rico, where she…
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DOE Finalizes Window Air Conditioner Efficiency Standards
The department continues to address backlog of energy efficiency updates. The Department of Energy (DOE) finalized new energy efficiency standards for window air conditioners on Thursday, continuing to…
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Department of Energy Regulations on Air Conditioners
The regulations are meant to reduce consumer energy costs and cut pollution. In an effort to both cut air pollution and reduce consumer costs, the Department of Energy…
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DOT Receiving Applications for EV Charging Infrastructure
The grant program was established under infrastructure legislation. The U.S. Department of Transportation is receiving applications for funding to build electric vehicle charging infrastructure. President Biden’s administration has…
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Legislation Proposed to Protect Gas Stoves
Energy Department would be blocked from implementing the new policy. Representative Debbie Lesko of Arizona introduced HR 1640, the Save our Gas Stoves Act, this week before the…
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