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Duke Energy Acquires First Commercial Solar Power Project
January 25, 2010 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Duke Energy is adding solar power to its commercial renewable energy portfolio through the acquisition of a large-scale solar photovoltaic project under development in San Antonio, Texas.
Georgetown receives funding for solar power plant
October 14, 2009 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - October 14, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The City of Georgetown will be able to continue improving energy alternatives as part of a $100,000 project to develop a solar panel facility, Congressman John Carter (TX-31) announced today.
Cameron County Housing Authority Receives $539k
September 25, 2009 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - September 25, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Rep. Solomon P. Ortiz (TX-27) announced more than $530,000 in funding to renovate public housing units in the Cameron County Housing Authority from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
State housing agency awards $288 million in federal stimulus weatherization funds
August 4, 2009 Posted by TDHCA
AUSTIN, TX - August 4, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Understanding the enormously positive and cost-effective impact weatherization can have on a home, the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has announced a major award designed to generate a wide array of jobs that will help jump start the state’s construction industry, while increasing home energy efficiency for low income households, reducing their cost burden, and creating a healthier environment.
Governor, state housing agency remind Texans that energy conservation key to affordable housing
October 28, 2008 Posted by TDHCA
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs using
“Weatherization Day” to promote connection between housing, energy costs
AUSTIN, TX - October 28, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) have a message for Texans: Energy efficiency can dramatically lower your home’s operating costs, making it more affordable.
New State Website Helps Consumers Shop for Homeowners, Auto Insurance
August 30, 2008 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - August 30, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) and the Office of Public Insurance Counsel (OPIC) have developed a comprehensive, interactive online resource for Texans shopping for home or auto insurance: www.helpinsure.com. This new consumer tool was created in response to Senate Bill 611 (by Senator Lucio and Representative Martinez, […]
City Of Houston Joins Gulf Coast Green For First Regional Sustainable Energy And Green Building Consumer Expo
November 14, 2007 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
Houston, TX., Nov. 14, 2007 — Gulf Coast Green and the City of Houston are proud to inaugurate the first Sustainable Energy and Green Building Consumer Expo exclusively featuring certified green products and building materials, renewable energy, energy efficiency tips, and green vehicles. It will be free and open to the public on April 5 […]
City and GTRI Agree to Develop Recommendations for Improving Energy Efficiency in Houston Buildings
November 3, 2007 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
Houston, October 19, 2007 — Increasing its efforts to make Houston green, the City of Houston has entered into a multi-year contract with the Geotechnology Research Institute (GTRI), a state entity housed at the Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC). GTRI will partner with the City to develop policies that encourage the design and construction of […]
