WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), a member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today announced the list of New Jersey cities, towns and counties that will receive a total of $75.5 million from the economic recovery package for energy efficiency projects and programs. The money is being distributed through the Energy Efficiency Block Grants program, which Menendez created with legislation in 2007. The money will be used by the municipalities to support energy-saving initiatives and improve energy efficiency in transportation, buildings, and other sectors.
“This funding is a job-generator, a cost-saver and a renewable energy-producer, all of which are key components to an economic recovery for families in our state,” Menendez said. “New Jersey is leading the way to a new, stronger economy with our development, manufacturing and use of solar power, LED lighting and other forms of cutting-edge, green technology. This program is going to help spur those New Jersey industries, while boosting our local economies. I have worked closely with mayors like Doug Palmer, who testify to the importance of energy efficiency projects for their local economy, and we will continue to work together to make this program a big part of our energy policy.”
Off interest to our coverage area: Out of $75,5000 we will receive $14,400,700 for the New Jersey State Energy Office. Only Bloomfield will recieve $177,000 and Kearny at $158,600 are included in the deal.
Off interest to our coverage area: Out of $75,5000 we will receive $14,400,700 for the New Jersey State Energy Office. Only Bloomfield will recieve $177,000 and Kearny at $158,600 are included in the deal.
