Florida’s Gov. Crist upbeat in biofuels at Florida Farm to Fuel Summit

In Florida, Governor Charlie Crist told attendees at the Farm to Fuel Summit that Florida’s success as a national leader in renewable energy technology, including ethanol and other biofuel production, benefits the state’s economy and environment while reducing our dependence on foreign oil. I am committed to continuing the diversification of Florida’s energy portfolio and the development of our state as a green technology business hub.”

Crist added that he believed that “dare I say it, Florida is the leader in renewable energy.” Crist noted that the state has invested $43 million via the Renewable Energy and Energy-Efficient Technologies Grant Program, with 43 percent of that investment targeted towards bioenergy. bioenergy sector. Yesterday, Governor Crist announced $15 million in grants to nine renewable energy group.  Florida is among the first states to implement American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 funding via the State Energy Program Grant.

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