U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm announced $90M in federal grants, on July 12 in the New Orleans area, aimed at helping local governments upgrade building codes and make them more energy efficient.
Louisiana will get $1.6M. for training builders, contractors, architects and building codes officials about new Louisiana codes that went into effect July 1.
Granholm made the announcement with Gov. John Bel Edwards in Kenner at the Home Builder Institute’s BuildStrong Academy, which provides training in the construction trades.
The backdrop gave Granholm an opportunity to promote the investments and new jobs that President Joe Biden has said will come from his infrastructure act, which is sending billions for mass transit and eco-friendly building projects.
Earlier in the day, the Secretary addressed a Small Business Forum in downtown New Orleans. In remarks, Granholm highlighted the administration’s efforts to promote the development of clean and renewable energy sources. (NOLA.com 07/12/23) Energy Secretary announces new funding for Louisiana program | Business News | nola.com
No comments:
Post a Comment