42 USC 17152 - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

§ 17152.

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

(a)

Establishment

(b)

Purpose

The purpose of the program shall be to assist eligible entities in implementing strategies—

(1)

to reduce fossil fuel emissions created as a result of activities within the jurisdictions of eligible entities in a manner that—

(A)

is environmentally sustainable; and

(B)

to the maximum extent practicable, maximizes benefits for local and regional communities;

(2)

to reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and

(3)

to improve energy efficiency in—

(A)

the transportation sector;

(B)

the building sector; and

(C)

other appropriate sectors.

(Pub. L. 110–140, title V, § 542, Dec. 19, 2007, 121 Stat. 1668.)

cite as: 42 USC 17152