Stimulus prompts expansion in green technology companies

Green technology companies in Massachusetts are hiring, and the main reason is the recent economic stimulus bill. The bill included about $100 billion to fund technologies that reduce U.S. dependence on fossil fuels and generate more electricity from renewable sources.

All in all, the stimulus package is expected to create or save as many as 79,000 jobs in Massachusetts.

The Globe has a slide show describing several of the green technology companies that are expanding in the area. Click here to check it out.