This is the sixth installment about the provisions found in the recently passed Stimulus Bill. Included is information about Solar for Schools and Green Collar Jobs.
Solar for Schools (Enhanced funding for existing State programs)
Summary
Appropriates $53.6 billion to a state fiscal stabilization fund. Specifies that states shall use 18.2% of this money ($9.75 billion) for public safety and other government services, including the renovation of facilities and schools to meet green building standards. Solar energy projects qualify and schools can use money to install renewable energy generation and heating systems, including PV.
How to Take Advantage of This Funding
Please check with your municipal government or local school district for solar project opportunities through this program.
Green Collar Jobs (Enhanced funding for existing State programs)
Summary
Appropriates $500 million to fund job training programs in energy efficiency and renewable energy. Also appropriates $250 million for rehabilitation and construction projects on Job Corps Centers, including energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Job Corps has 122 centers in 48 states; new centers are slated to open in the two remaining states, New Hampshire and Wyoming. Map of locations.
The solar industry in certain states is likely to be affected by an increase in regulations to use certified installers and electricians as local unions have begun to put pressure on governments for more stringent requirements and job classifications.
How to Take Advantage of This Funding
Agency guidance will be provided by the Department of Labor within 60-90 days. Check the DOL website periodically for updates.
Green Jobs Training: http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/03/02/green.jobs.training/index.html?iref=newssearch
Solar for Schools (Enhanced funding for existing State programs)
Summary
Appropriates $53.6 billion to a state fiscal stabilization fund. Specifies that states shall use 18.2% of this money ($9.75 billion) for public safety and other government services, including the renovation of facilities and schools to meet green building standards. Solar energy projects qualify and schools can use money to install renewable energy generation and heating systems, including PV.
How to Take Advantage of This Funding
Please check with your municipal government or local school district for solar project opportunities through this program.
Green Collar Jobs (Enhanced funding for existing State programs)
Summary
Appropriates $500 million to fund job training programs in energy efficiency and renewable energy. Also appropriates $250 million for rehabilitation and construction projects on Job Corps Centers, including energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Job Corps has 122 centers in 48 states; new centers are slated to open in the two remaining states, New Hampshire and Wyoming. Map of locations.
The solar industry in certain states is likely to be affected by an increase in regulations to use certified installers and electricians as local unions have begun to put pressure on governments for more stringent requirements and job classifications.
How to Take Advantage of This Funding
Agency guidance will be provided by the Department of Labor within 60-90 days. Check the DOL website periodically for updates.
Green Jobs Training: http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/03/02/green.jobs.training/index.html?iref=newssearch
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