Funds are earmarked for 42 projects in as many states and
D.C., with an added $28 million set for award to 15 states to expand and train the U.S. green building workforce.
US Energy Dept. cites report of 22 'shovel ready' high-voltage transmission and clean-energy link projects valued at $33 billion, but analysis claims half won't be built 'near term' due to planning and permitting hurdles.
