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IndyGo Plans Purchase of Hybrid Buses

InsideINdianaBusiness.com Report
Indianapolis’ public transit system says it will purchase 22 new buses in January and convert half to hybrid vehicles. The hybrid buses will utilize a diesel-fueled combustion engine made by Columbus-based Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) and a transmission built by Allison Transmission Inc. in Indianapolis.

Priced at $381,399 each, IndyGo managed to procure these 22 replacement buses from GILLIG using grant dollars, local funds and stimulus money designated through the Federal Transit Administration formula grant program as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The decision to convert 11 of the buses to hybrid, which costs $189,757 for each upgrade, came after IndyGo received an Electric Hybrid Grant initiated by Senator Richard Lugar.
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Stimulus Seminar for Indiana Business Part Two: Money, Jobs and Business Opportunities in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

October 29, 2009
8:00 amto11:45 am

Where: Westin hotel,    50 South Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Cost: $149

Organizers: Indiana Chamber, Baker and Daniels LLP and B&D Consulting

The federal government is rushing to release massive amounts of money to jumpstart nearly all sectors of the economy, and businesses that are informed and prepared will be positioned to reap the benefits.  Join us for this half-day seminar where the funding will be demystified, the opportunities identified, and the access and compliance requirements are simplified.

Whether you are a small business, large business, not-for-profit, or entrepreneur in nearly any industry including supply, manufacturing, IT, broadband, construction, real estate, public education, research, health care, workforce development, renewable energy, utilities, and community development, there are opportunities that you should know about.  This interactive conference of presentations and audience roundtables, including structured networking opportunities, will provide you not only with the information but the tools and new business connections to bring the stimulus dollars home.   Read full agenda

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You may also register by calling Lisa at (800) 824-6885. When registering, please use the priority code of 8277-E.

Stimulus package: Homeowner perks Thanks to several programs from Uncle Sam, you could receive thousands of dollars by investing in a number of energy-conserving home improvements.

Government Stimulus Money for you

Government Stimulus Money for you

There’s never been a better time to invest in energy-conserving upgrades to your house–that’s the word from the White House. And Congress is backing up the message with billions of dollars being made available to homeowners who want to bring down their energy bills.

It’s a multipronged initiative packed into different programs included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, also known as the stimulus package, which was passed in February.

Between the expanded tax credits and a $5 billion dollar injection into the Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program, homeowners stand to receive thousands of dollars if they invest in any one of a number of home-improvement projects.

But doing your homework is crucial to getting the most savings out of the investment. Here’s a rundown of how you can save, as well as a few words to the wise from home-energy experts.   Read more : Green Home Improvements- government’s paying!