DOE, USDA investing $2.8 billion to bring nuclear power plant back online
The Palisades project is expected to provide access to clean power for 800,000 homes through at least 2051.
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Nebraska to receive $307 million to expand clean energy, reduce air pollution
The state will install solar arrays at water and wastewater treatment facilities, reducing energy costs and generation of electricity using fossil fuels in rural communities.
Agencies make $850 million available to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Funds come from the Methane Emissions Reduction Program, which will provide more than $1 billion in financial and technical assistance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions nationwide
Energy Department’s plan calls for building sector to be 65% decarbonized by 2035
Comprehensive federal strategy projects a 90% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from the building sector by 2050
$9.4 million available to develop advanced biofuel innovations
Eligible projects include those that enhance the necessary processes in advanced biofuel production and those that test innovations for biointermediates
Feds make $730 million in Emergency Relief funds available to 34 states
Funds will help repair bridges and roads damaged by natural disasters, extreme weather and catastrophic events
