Grants for Public School Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Improvements
This act establishes a grant program for public schools to fund energy modernizations. This will allow schools to reduce energy bills, improve indoor air quality, and install renewable energy sources, leading to healthier and safer learning environments for students and teachers, as well as savings for local budgets.
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Public schools can receive grants for building modernizations, including better insulation, new heating and ventilation systems, and lighting.
Funds can be used for installing solar panels, wind turbines, and other renewable energy technologies.
Grants also cover the purchase or lease of zero-emission vehicles, such as school buses, and the construction of charging stations on school grounds.
Priority for grants is given to schools with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunches, and those with limited financial capacity for renovations.
The act requires workers on grant-funded projects to be paid prevailing local wages (Davis-Bacon Act).
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