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Biden’s Energy Department races to get cleantech money out before Trump takes office

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The Energy Department's Loan Programs Office has increased its activity in recent weeks .

Since last Monday alone, the office announced four new conditional commitments for loans and loan guarantees.

The incoming president is expected to target unspent funds under the IRA , including LPO programs.

The majority of the LPO ’s investments have gone to Republican districts.

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