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Proterra introduces 35-foot electric bus

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Built from the ground-up to be completely optimized as an EV, the Catalyst is the only purpose-built bus in its class. Moreover, the contract seeks to match and qualify contract users with federal grant and/or stimulus funds.

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Obama Announces Steps to Boost Biofuels, Clean Coal; RFS2, BCAP, BIWG and Carbon Capture and Storage Task Force

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USDA provides grants and loans and other financial support to help biofuels and renewable energy commercialization. In addition, technical assistance to accessing federal grants and loan programs should be readily and easily available. Biomass Crop Assistance Program.

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4 Reasons EV Charging Stations on College Campuses Makes Sense

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Schools can apply for state and federal grants and incentives (EV Connect can help guide you through this entire process) that help offset initial installation costs. Universities and Colleges Aren’t Just Schools — They’re Community Centers Colleges don’t just close down and go quiet when classes are out.

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President Obama Outlines Vision and Plan for US High-Speed Passenger Rail System; $13B to Start

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By late summer, the Federal Railroad Administration will begin awarding the first round of grants. Additional funding for long-term planning and development is expected from legislation authorizing federal surface transportation programs. The merit-driven process will result in federal grants as soon as late summer 2009.

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