Kansas-based utility to receive 'smart grid' funds
The Topeka-based utility said it received notice from the U.S. Department of Energy that it was selected to receive part of $3.4 billion in stimulus funds for so-called "smart grid" projects. Those projects are aimed at bringing energy systems into the digital age.
Westar says the department hasn't determined how much it will receive but said it was eligible for more than $19 million. Westar had sought $20 million of the project's almost $40 million price tag.
The project will provide electric customers in Lawrence with programmable thermostats that they can monitor and adjust online, helping reduce their power consumption and helping Westar deal with periods of peak energy demand.
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Chinese govt rejects the allegations against CPEC Power Producers
BEIJING - Chinese government has rejected the allegations against the CPEC Power Producers (CPPs).
Chinese government has made it clear that a mammoth cooperation with Pakistan in the energy sector is continuing.
A letter written by Chinese ambassador to minister of Energy Omar Ayub Khan has said that major headway has been seen in recent days in the perspective of CPEC projects. But he wants to invite the attention of government of Pakistan to the recent allegations leveled against the CPEC Power Producers (CPPs).
The Chinese ambassador further said Energy is a major area of cooperation under the CPEC and the CPPs have…
