Dingell Announces $6 Million for MAHLE Powertrain in Plymouth to Develop Clean Technology

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced MAHLE Powertrain in Plymouth was awarded $6 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) to develop electrically heated methane oxidation catalysts, which will help reduce methane emissions from gas engines.

"This federal funding, which comes from the Inflation Reduction Act, is a win for Michigan's auto industry and our efforts to combat climate change," said Rep. Dingell. "By supporting advanced technologies like these electrically heated methane oxidation catalysts, we're not only helping to reduce methane emissions but also driving innovation that will keep Michigan at the forefront of the evolving auto industry. This project will have a direct and positive impact on the Plymouth community by making the air we breathe cleaner and healthier for everyone. It's a win for the environment, for our community, and for our future."

The federal funding is part of an initiative under the Biden Administration's Inflation Reduction Act to reduce methane pollution, particularly in the oil and gas sectors, through the Methane Emissions Reduction Program. This program aims to reduce methane emissions from industrial sources, which are a significant contributor to climate change. For more information on the Methane Emissions Reduction Program, visit here.