Former Pa. coal towns receive grants for renewable energy, workforce

The Appalachian Regional Commission and Gov. Tom Wolf recently announced that nearly $47 million will be given to transitioning coal communities in nine states considered to be part of Appalachia.

Energy agency announces $475M in funding for clean energy projects in Pa. and other battleground states - WHYY

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