"US Government Allocates Record $6 Billion to Reduce Industrial Emissions"

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The U.S. Energy Department has allocated a record $6 billion in federal funding to support 33 industrial projects across 20 states aimed at reducing carbon emissions. The investment, the largest of its kind in U.S. history, will create well-paying union jobs and enhance U.S. competitiveness. The projects, spanning industries such as steel, cement, aluminum, and chemicals, are expected to eliminate 14 million metric tons of pollution annually. This initiative aligns with President Joe Biden's economic policies and job creation efforts, with nearly 80% of the projects located in disadvantaged communities.
Topics:business#carbon-emissions#energy-and-environment#federal-funding#industrial-emissions-reduction#jennifer-granholm#us-energy-department
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