§ 16213.
Micro-cogeneration energy technology
(a)
In general
The Secretary shall make competitive, merit-based grants to consortia for the development of micro-cogeneration energy technology.
(b)
Uses
The consortia shall explore—
(1)
the use of small-scale combined heat and power in residential heating appliances;
(2)
the use of excess power to operate other appliances within the residence; and
(3)
the supply of excess generated power to the power grid.