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New Funding Boosts Carbon Capture, Solar Energy and High Gas Mileage Cars and Trucks.

The $300 million infusion reflects Obama Administrations broad, aggressive research and development strategy.

WASHINGTON D.C. --- U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced more than $300 million worth of investments that will boost a range of clean energy technologies - including carbon capture from coal, solar power, and high efficiency cars and trucks. The move reflects the Obama Administrations commitment to a broad based strategy that will create millions of jobs while transforming the way we use and produce energy.

"Theres enormous potential for new jobs and reduced carbon pollution just by implementing existing technologies like energy efficiency and wind energy, but we also need to develop transformative new solutions," said Secretary Chu. "As a scientist, I remain optimistic that these breakthroughs are within our reach, and investments like these are an important part of achieving them."
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I think there is potential for this money to do a lot of good. Lets all cross our fingers, but at the same time, keep working on our own to improve the environment. Every effort counts.