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The following news clips highlight Kansas involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.
November 4, 2009
DOE Delivers $38 Million to Four States for Clean Energy
DOE has granted more than $38 million in Recovery Act funds to Alaska, Kansas, Utah, and West Virginia to support each state's energy efficiency priorities. The awards are part of DOE's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program. More
October 14, 2009
USDA Loans $17.4 Million for Greensburg, Kansas, to Run on Wind Power
In a move to help a tornado-ravaged city rebuild using green energy, the USDA is loaning money to launch the Greensburg Wind Farm, which will help Greensburg, Kansas, draw on 100% renewable energy for its power needs. More
July 1, 2009
DOE Awards $454 Million for Clean Energy in 18 States
The states of Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington. and West Virginia have received $454 million in Recovery Act funds through DOE's State Energy Program. More
April 7, 2009
Kansas Governor Signs Bill to Attract Renewable Energy Jobs
To help attract new renewable energy jobs and businesses, Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius has signed legislation to modify the Kansas Economic Revitalization and Reinvestment Act. More
October 20, 2008
National Governors Association, General Motors, and 10 States to Develop Ethanol Infrastructure
The National Governors Association has announced it has brokered partnerships between General Motors Corporation and 10 states to enhance access to E85. The partnerships will work to select the best pump locations and advance development and usage of the states' E85 infrastructure. More
May 2, 2008
DOE Helps Greensburg, Kansas, Rebuild as a Wind-Powered City
The very wind that devastated Greensburg, Kansas, a year ago will soon provide the city with much of its electricity. With help from DOE, the city is now an example of energy efficient building and city-owned wind power. More
January 8, 2008
Kansas Forms Wind Working Group
The Sunflower State wants to spread the word about its wind energy potential. On January 7 Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius and Lieutenant Governor Mark Parkinson announced the formation of the Kansas Wind Working Group, which will be supported, in part, by the Kansas Corporation Commission. The group will educate stakeholders on wind energy markets, technologies, economics, policies, prospects, and other issues. More
December 14, 2007
Four Governors Promote Clean Energy Initiative, Release Report
The governors of Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, and Montana met at a summit in the Sunshine State this week to advocate a National Governors Association initiative, which is designed to motivate U.S. governors to embrace "clean energy" policies and raise awareness of how individuals can help solve the nation's energy challenges. More
November 15, 2007
Midwest States and Manitoba Sign Agreements to Reduce Greenhouse Gases, Promote Energy Efficiency and Renewables
Nine Midwestern states and the Canadian province of Manitoba signed an agreement to promote energy security and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, 11 Midwestern states have adopted a platform that establishes other regional goals to promote energy efficiency, biobased products, renewable sources for electricity, and carbon capture and storage. The actions took place during the Midwestern Governors Association Energy Security and Climate Change Summit in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More
June 25, 2007
Kansas Passes Renewable Fuels Standard
Kansas corn and sorghum growers are expected to benefit from the state's new renewable fuels standard that rewards fuel retailers who meet or even come close to an ethanol sales target. More
