Larisa Manescu, larisa.manescu@sierraclub.org
Washington, DC – Today, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced $366 million to fund a variety of clean energy projects across the country. The money, from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s “Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas (ERA)” program, funds 17 projects that serve 20 states and 30 Tribal Nations and communities.
The projects promote solar and battery storage systems, hydropower, heat pumps, electric vehicle charging stations, and more, and will increase reliability, reduce dependence on diesel fuels, and lower energy costs for households.
In response to the announcement of the clean energy funding, Sierra Club Director of Climate Policy Patrick Drupp released the following statement:
“The Biden Administration's clean energy transition is underway. We’re excited to see DOE announce these important projects to spur the growth of clean energy, especially in underserved communities where they are needed most.
“The fossil fuels that are used to power our homes, vehicles, and businesses come at a severe cost to our communities and climate. Our movement advocated for a better future, passed two major pieces of federal legislation and now communities are seeing the benefits as we move away from unreliable, dirty fuels to a clean energy future.”
About the Sierra Club
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