Sen. Gillibrand visits Binghamton University to announce New Energy New York funding

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) -- Senator Kirsten Gillibrand came to Binghamton University to announce millions in federal funding for New Energy New York.The g...

September 17, 2022
3:56 AM

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) -- Senator Kirsten Gillibrand came to Binghamton University to announce millions in federal funding for New Energy New York.The grant is meant to spur economic development in Binghamton and make the Southern Tier a leader in battery technology.The funding will allow New Energy New York to accelerate battery technology innovation in the state and bring more jobs to the community.Senator Gillibrand said, without momentum, growth for the lithium battery innovation, Binghamton has the potential to become a global hub for energy storage manufacturing and restore the region's manufacturing glory.

WBNG Staff