HARRISBURG -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today awarded 64 grants totaling
$373,554 to help small businesses enhance energy efficiency and promote
pollution prevention.

“In Pennsylvania, we are investing in a broad array of advanced energy
projects to reduce our dependence on imported fuels,” Governor Rendell said.
“Residents and businesses are taking bold steps as well to help us achieve
this critical goal by making the commitment to improve energy efficiency and
conserve natural resources.

“These grants help Pennsylvania’s small businesses become more energy
efficient, cut waste and prevent pollution. By investing in innovative
technologies and processes, we are making our economy more sustainable, our
small business community more competitive and our nation, ultimately, more
secure.”

McKEAN COUNTY

D.L. Lantz Trucking - $7,500 to purchase and install a waste-oil burner and
furnace to conserve energy through use of alternate fuels.

Bush Trucking - $4,297 to purchase and install an auxiliary power unit in a
long-haul trailer to eliminate idling during layovers.

POTTER COUNTY

Myrtle Leasing Co. - $4,250 to purchase and install an auxiliary power unit
in a long-haul trailer to eliminate idling during layovers.