Governor Crist Announces $10 Million for Solar Energy in Schools and Emergency Shelters

Governor Crist Announces $10 Million for Solar Energy in Schools and Emergency Shelters: "GOVERNOR’S PRESS OFFICE PRESS RELEASE:
TALLAHASSEE –
Governor Charlie Crist announced the award of $10 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) grants to the Florida Solar Energy Center in Cocoa Beach. The grant, known as the SunSmart School and E-Shelters (Emergency Shelters) program, is a portion of the $126 million the state received in State Energy Program funding for energy-related initiatives under the ARRA. The State Energy Program provides opportunities for state agencies, local governments and businesses to deploy renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies, resulting in economic development and job growth in Florida’s clean technology sector.
“The SunSmart School and E-Shelters program will help protect our environment for future generations,” said Governor Crist. “Educating Floridians and utilizing energy efficient technologies will strengthen our economy by increasing Florida’s energy independence and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”"