(b)
Renewable energy construction grants
(1)
In general
The Secretary shall use amounts appropriated under this section to make grants for use in carrying out renewable energy projects.
(2)
Criteria
Not later than 180 days after December 19, 2007, the Secretary shall set forth criteria for use in awarding grants under this section.
(3)
Application
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—
(A)
all laborers and mechanics employed by contractors or subcontractors during construction, alteration, or repair that is financed, in whole or in part, by a grant under this section shall be paid wages at rates not less than those prevailing on similar construction in the locality, as determined by the Secretary of Labor in accordance with sections
3141–3144,
3146, and
3147 of title
40; and
(B)
the Secretary of Labor shall, with respect to the labor standards described in this paragraph, have the authority and functions set forth in Reorganization Plan Numbered 14 of 1950 (5 U.S.C. App.) and section
3145 of title
40.
(4)
Non-Federal share
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.