January 3, 2009 @ 2:51 pm
Energy technology research competes with weatherization for federal aid
About 140000 houses will be weatherized with public help this year, a total that President Barack Obama has promised to raise to one million, to reduce energy consumption and cut energy costs for households and taxpayers, who often absorb those costs for the poor. Energy technology research competes for federal aid, said a spokeswoman for the Energy Department. Some states contribute their own money or divert federal money intended to help the poor pay their energy bills. more
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