Section 5-446 - Energy project - Considerations; promotion.

§ 5-446. Energy project - Considerations; promotion.
 

(a)  Factors considered.- In awarding financial assistance under this subtitle for an energy project, the Authority shall consider whether the energy project would: 

(1) reduce the consumption of petroleum and other energy sources; 

(2) increase the energy supply available in the State; 

(3) increase employment and economic activity in the State; 

(4) use sound technology and be economically feasible; 

(5) minimize harm to the environment; and 

(6) make the most use of federal financial assistance programs for energy projects. 

(b)  Active promotion.- The Authority shall: 

(1) promote programs of financial assistance for energy projects established under this subtitle; 

(2) inform consumers, the private sector, and financial institutions about these programs and actively seek their participation; 

(3) develop and disseminate descriptions of its programs of financial assistance for energy projects; and 

(4) serve as a clearinghouse for information on federal and State programs of financial assistance for energy projects. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 83A, § 5-920(a), (b); 2008, ch. 306, § 2.]