DOE: Secretary Chu Presents Smart Grid Vision

Washington D.C., USA

A stronger, smarter, more efficient electricity infrastructure that will encourage growth in renewable energy sources, empower consumers to reduce their energy use, and lay the foundation for sustained, long-term economic expansion. During his remarks, Secretary Chu also announced more than $144 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for the electric power sector, including $44 million in awards to state public utility commissions and $100 million in available funding for smart grid workforce training programs.

Secretary Chu also announced the availability of $100 million in funding from the Recovery Act to support workforce training for the electric power industry.

Source: IWR Online, 22 Sep 2009