| April in Review: The White House Science Fair and Earth Day 
President Barack Obama talks with Kiona Elliott,18, and Payton Kaar, 16, from Oakland Park, Fla., as he pedals their bicycle-powered emergency water-sanitation station as they demonstrate their exhibit at the White House Science Fair, in the East Garden of the White House, April 22, 2013. The fair is a key commitment in the President’s "Educate to Innovate" campaign to inspire more girls and boys to excel in STEM subjects. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) On April 22, President Obama celebrated the achievements of student science fair winners and kid innovators from all across the country in the third White House Science Fair. This year, the Fair brought together 100 students from more than 40 states and underscored the power and potential of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. Many of these young innovators are taking aim at our nation’s energy challenges and working to accelerate the transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. From portable windmills and oil-producing algae, to bicycle-powered water filtration systems and new techniques to manage storm-water runoff, this year’s Science Fair was a testament to the tremendous creativity and ingenuity of young people in America. April 22 also marked another important event: Earth Day. Each year, Earth Day reminds us that we have a collective responsibility to protect our natural resources for future generations and respond to the threat of climate change. You can learn more about what the Administration is doing to safeguard our environment and promote clean energy by reading President Obama’s Earth Day Proclamation here. News & Events President's 2014 Budget Proposes Critical Investments in Clean Energy
On April 10, the President released his FY 2014 budget, which increases funding for clean energy technology across all agencies by 30 percent, to approximately $7.9 billion. The request is part of the Administration-wide effort to strengthen the U.S. economy with energy that is cleaner, cheaper, and creates sustainable jobs. The budget also creates a new Race to the Top for Energy Efficiency and Grid Modernization, and helps consumers and businesses save money and improve their energy efficiency through the President’s Better Buildings Initiative. The President also calls for $2 billion for an Energy Security Trust to help transition U.S. cars and trucks off of oil. DOE Announces New Innovative Biofuels Projects for the Military
As part of the Obama Administration’s all-of-the-above energy strategy, the Energy Department on April 22 announced nearly $18 million in four innovative pilot-scale biorefineries in California, Iowa and Washington that will test renewable biofuels as a domestic alternative to power our cars, trucks, and planes that meet military specifications for jet fuel and shipboard diesel. These projects build on the Obama Administration’s broader efforts to advance biofuels technologies to continue to bring down costs, improve performance and identify effective, non-food feedstocks and processing techniques. As part of this effort, the Department is helping to speed the development of hydrocarbon-based biofuels that are more compatible with today’s infrastructure and engines, including heavy vehicles and other applications. Sally Jewell Gets to Work as Secretary of the Interior
Assuming her responsibilities as the 51st Secretary of the Interior, Sally Jewell spent her first full day in the office meeting some of the Department's more than 70,000 employees. "There is no higher calling than public service, and I am honored and humbled to be serving as your Secretary of the Interior," Jewell said. "Our public lands are huge economic engines for the nation," added Jewell. "From energy development to tourism and outdoor recreation, our lands and waters power our economy and create jobs. I look forward to working with you all to ensure that we are managing our public lands wisely and sustainably so that their multiple uses are available for the generations to come." USDA Rural Development Promotes Water Quality Projects in 32 States
As part of USDA's Earth Day celebration, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on April 22 support for projects that will improve water and wastewater services for rural Americans and benefit the environment across the country. In all, 43 water and wastewater projects in 32 states will be funded. As part of the announcement, USDA Rural Development is providing more than $145.2 million to improve water quality and provide a safe and healthy environment for rural Americans. Second Annual U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Announced
Chair of White House Council on Environmental Quality Nancy Sutley and Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency Bob Perciasepe joined U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on April 22 to announce the 2nd annual U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award honorees. Sixty-four schools were honored for their exemplary efforts to reduce environmental impact and utility costs, promote better health, and ensure effective environmental education, including civics and green career pathways. In addition, 14 districts were honored for the first-ever District Sustainability Award. Get Updates Sign up for the Energy and Environment Agenda Stay Connected This email was sent to e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com
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