Renewable energy deployment

In this section: The term “Alaska small hydroelectric power” means power that— is generated— through the use of— The term “eligible applicant” means any— The term “ocean energy” includes current, wave, and tidal energy. The term “ocean energy” excludes thermal energy. The term “renewable energy project” means a project— that generates electricity from— The Secretary shall use amounts appropriated under this section to make grants for use in carrying out renewable energy projects. Not later than 180 days after December 19, 2007, the Secretary shall set forth criteria for use in awarding grants under this section. To receive a grant from the Secretary under paragraph (1), an eligible applicant shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require, including a written assurance that— Each eligible applicant that receives a grant under this subsection shall contribute to the total cost of the renewable energy project constructed by the eligible applicant an amount not less than 50 percent of the total cost of the project. There are authorized to be appropriated to the Fund such sums as are necessary to carry out this section.