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March 11, 2010

Stimulus grants help Oregon schools, housing

  • The state is getting $38 million for weatherizing low-income housing and $42 million for energy upgrades at schools and public buildings.
    • By JEFF BARNARD
    AP Environmental Writer

    ROSEBURG, Ore. — The worst recession in 70 years is turning into an energy-saving boon for tiny and remote rural schools in Oregon as well as the state's poorest people.

    Federal economic stimulus money is paying for new energy-efficient lights and windows in schools that have not been modernized since they were built after World War II, and in houses and apartments where people struggle to pay their utility bills.


     
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