Almost $8 billion for Weatherization in Stimulus Spending

There is news about weatherization grants.

The federal government on Thursday announced $7.7 billion in funding for weatherization and energy-efficiency programs conducted by states. An initial installment -- about $780 million -- will be released in the next few days.

The weatherization grants will provide up $6,500 to families who earn less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level – or about $44,000 a year for a family of four. [$55,140 for Alaska and $50,720 for Hawaii] This is an increase from previous rules and means that more families will be eligible for help.

You can find information about applying here. Please note that renters are eligible provided they get written permission from their landlords. If you receive Supplemental Security Income or Aid to Families with Dependent Children, you are automatically eligible to receive weatherization services.

The state energy program funding will provide rebates to consumers for home energy audits or other energy saving improvements; development of renewable energy projects for clean electricity generation and alternative fuels; promotion of Energy Star products; efficiency upgrades for state and local government buildings; and other innovative state efforts to help save families money on their energy bills.


Below is a list of the money provided to each state:


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