WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will host a series of listening sessions this winter. The agencies invite perspectives on the benefits and challenges of the rapidly increasing levels of clean energy being sited on agricultural lands and in rural communities. USDA and DOE seek feedback directly from a diverse set … [Read more...]
US launches $16M community-led clean energy initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy on Sept. 15 launched a pilot program that aims to help up to 36 communities transition to clean energy, improve local environments and create jobs. The Communities: Local Energy Action Program, or Communities LEAP, will provide $16 million in support services to low-income communities with ties to fossil fuel industries or environmental hazards. … [Read more...]