The Department of Energy will soon accept Phase I grant applications from qualified small businesses for an upcoming Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program Solicitation.
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July 2009
DOE Small Business Research Programs Funding Opportunity Announcement Emphasizes Investment in Clean Energy Technologies and U.S. Jobs
Energy Solutions for Small Business interviews EMAP's Heather Fennessey
EMAP Consultant Heather Fennessey was featured in Energy Solutions for Commercial Buildings, a publication of the PA Energy Solutions Center, for her work with small business owners (and recipients of the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Award in 2007) Tom and Linda Bullington. For the article, click here and see page 8.
Yellow Springs Farm Saves With Solar
Yellow Springs Farm promotes land stewardship through the propagation and sale of native plant species. The farm came to the Kutztown University SBDC with a broad vision of becoming energy efficient.
EMAP consultant Jeremy Hancher met with Al Renzi to discuss ways to improve energy efficiency while making upgrades to various buildings on the Farm...
Pennsylvania’s Environmental Management Assistance Program Helps Small Businesses Find the Green to Go Green
Over 60 Percent of State Grant Funding for Environmental Improvements Awarded to Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center Clients
Small Business: Getting Launched for Success
In an article that discusses the various ways the PA Small Business Development Centers help small businesses start and grow, EMAP consultant Lee Ann Briggs shows how knowing the environmental implications and funding options for energy efficiency can play a major role in a business' success.
EMAP Consultant Lee Ann Briggs to participate in Energy Policy Panel
The American Clean Energy and Security Act commands attention of all industries as it sets a new course for energy and climate policy. On Thursday July 30 2009, EMAP consultant Lee Ann Briggs will participate in a panel with other local business and community leaders on what small businesses can do to reduce energy costs and emissions.
EMAP holds press conference with Philadelphia Korean Drycleaning Association
The PKDA held a special press conference to inform the Korean drycleaning community about a free and confidential service available to them.
Bill Dunagan from the Environmental Management Assistance Program spoke at the PKDA's press conference this week. He explained the functions of the program, which offer free help to those with regulatory questions or concerns. This service is available to help with regulatory permitting questions, and is entirely confidential.
This is of particular value to this community who often faces language barriers as well as confusion with the various regulatory requirements of their business.
New tax credit available for alternative energy production projects
A new tax credit is now available to help Pennsylvanians in their quest to create renewable sources of clean, alternative energy and their battle against higher energy costs.
Investment in energy efficiency has provided Local Market with long-term advantages
Using funds from the Small Business Advantage Grant, Your Hometown Market upgraded their building to enable significant savings in electricity and fuel oil bills