Emap - Environment Management & Assistance Program

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July 2009

DOE Small Business Research Programs Funding Opportunity Announcement Emphasizes Investment in Clean Energy Technologies and U.S. Jobs

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.

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

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.
 

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

Your Favorite Car Wash Goes Green and Clean

Your Favorite Car Wash increases efficiency by over 30%; funds project with $7,500 grant.