DOE's $440 Million Solar Infusion Set to Electrify Puerto Rico's Future

Puerto Rico's energy grid is set for a transformation with the DOE's $440 million injection into solar power, marking a new era of resilience and sustainability.

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This historic investment by the DOE is poised to energize 40,000 Puerto Rican households, ensuring energy security in the face of nature's fury.

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With a vision for a renewable future, Puerto Rico's leap towards solar reliance is a strategic move to combat energy poverty and climate change.

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Secretary Granholm's announcement reflects a commitment to not just power homes, but to also empower communities through local, clean energy jobs.

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The selected solar companies and nonprofits are gearing up to turn Puerto Rico into a model of solar innovation, one rooftop at a time.

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Puerto Rico's solar strategy is more than an energy plan; it's a blueprint for economic revitalization, harnessing the sun's potential to fuel growth.

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The DOE's funding is a catalyst for change, driving Puerto Rico towards its ambitious goal of 100% renewable energy by 2050.

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This solar initiative is a beacon of progress, illuminating the path for other regions to follow in Puerto Rico's footsteps towards energy independence.

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As Puerto Rico embraces solar solutions, it sends a powerful message about the role of renewable energy in building disaster-proof infrastructure.

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