CBP Field Ops to Host Annual Trade Day Event in Detroit
DETROIT – U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations will host the 13th Annual Trade Day at Huntington Place downtown, August 7
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Make the Honor Roll in Food Safety and Allergen Awareness
WASHINGTON, July 22, 2024 – Parents and caregivers will soon begin the familiar routine of preparing and packing school lunches for their children. Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in safeguarding their children’s health by ensuring these lunches are safe from foodborne illness and allergens for those with food allergies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service encourages you to follow these food safety tips and be allergen aware for a wholesome, worry-free return to the classroom.
Rhode Island to benefit from a $450 million grant for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution across New England
BOSTON (JULY 22, 2024) – Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the general competition selection of the New England Heat Pump Accelerator to receive a $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America's clean energy transition.
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"The federal government is revving up its engine to help people make the switch to cleaner and cheaper home energy options. Heat pumps are reliable, efficient and offer long-term economic and environmental benefits, helping consumers save big on their energy bills while reducing America's dependence on foreign oil. This is a smart investment in incentivizing people to make the upgrade to heat pumps so they can save money, increase the comfort and safety of their homes, and build cleaner communities. The more adopters, the more people will see the benefits that heat pumps generate in terms of home heating and cooling," said U.S. Senator Jack Reed.
"The New England Heat Pump Accelerator will advance progress toward the Ocean State's clean energy goals and ensuring a safe, livable planet for our children and grandchildren," said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who helped shape major climate provisions included in the Inflation Reduction Act. "Thanks to Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act, we're sending resources directly into communities across Rhode Island to help reduce climate pollution and make energy-efficient heating and cooling more accessible and affordable for families."
"Transitioning to energy efficient appliances like heat pumps is a smart move that can lower energy bills and save Rhode Islanders money during hot summers and cold winters alike," said Congressman Seth Magaziner. "I'm glad that this federal funding will ultimately put more money in the pockets of working people in RI and across the country."
"Thanks to today's announcement, thousands of residents in Rhode Island will soon be able to leverage federal support to upgrade their homes," said Congressman Gabe Amo. "These resources will help Ocean State homeowners save on their monthly bills and I am encouraged these energy efficient transformations will also accelerate our commitment to reduce our state's carbon footprint, meet our clean energy goals, and combat the climate crisis. I applaud President Joe Biden and Administrator Michael Regan for their commitment to invest in Rhode Island and bring down costs for families.
"This federal grant will help Rhode Island build on our successful Clean Heat RI program which is already helping to deploy heat pump installations across the state, lower costs for residents and advance our emission reduction objectives," said Governor Dan McKee. "Today's announcement is a big climate win for Team Rhode Island and our partnering states. Together, we are proud to receive the only award in New England and the second largest in the nation from today's EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant awards. We thank the Biden-Harris Administration, our congressional delegation and all federal partners for continuing to invest in Rhode Island's future."
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"The federal government is revving up its engine to help people make the switch to cleaner and cheaper home energy options. Heat pumps are reliable, efficient and offer long-term economic and environmental benefits, helping consumers save big on their energy bills while reducing America's dependence on foreign oil. This is a smart investment in incentivizing people to make the upgrade to heat pumps so they can save money, increase the comfort and safety of their homes, and build cleaner communities. The more adopters, the more people will see the benefits that heat pumps generate in terms of home heating and cooling," said U.S. Senator Jack Reed.
"The New England Heat Pump Accelerator will advance progress toward the Ocean State's clean energy goals and ensuring a safe, livable planet for our children and grandchildren," said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who helped shape major climate provisions included in the Inflation Reduction Act. "Thanks to Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act, we're sending resources directly into communities across Rhode Island to help reduce climate pollution and make energy-efficient heating and cooling more accessible and affordable for families."
"Transitioning to energy efficient appliances like heat pumps is a smart move that can lower energy bills and save Rhode Islanders money during hot summers and cold winters alike," said Congressman Seth Magaziner. "I'm glad that this federal funding will ultimately put more money in the pockets of working people in RI and across the country."
"Thanks to today's announcement, thousands of residents in Rhode Island will soon be able to leverage federal support to upgrade their homes," said Congressman Gabe Amo. "These resources will help Ocean State homeowners save on their monthly bills and I am encouraged these energy efficient transformations will also accelerate our commitment to reduce our state's carbon footprint, meet our clean energy goals, and combat the climate crisis. I applaud President Joe Biden and Administrator Michael Regan for their commitment to invest in Rhode Island and bring down costs for families.
"This federal grant will help Rhode Island build on our successful Clean Heat RI program which is already helping to deploy heat pump installations across the state, lower costs for residents and advance our emission reduction objectives," said Governor Dan McKee. "Today's announcement is a big climate win for Team Rhode Island and our partnering states. Together, we are proud to receive the only award in New England and the second largest in the nation from today's EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant awards. We thank the Biden-Harris Administration, our congressional delegation and all federal partners for continuing to invest in Rhode Island's future."
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
EPA Announces Nearly $250 Million Grant to New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to Cut Climate Pollution on I-95
NEW YORK - Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the selection of the Clean Corridor Coalition, led by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection , to receive a nearly $250 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice and accelerate America’s clean energy transition.
“Today’s announcement marks a significant step forward in our efforts to address climate change and promote environmental justice along Interstate 95,” said EPA Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. “The nearly $250 million grant to the Clean Corridor Coalition will not only reduce harmful emissions along one of the nation’s busiest freight corridors but will also help create jobs and produce health benefits for every community along I-95.”
“We thank the Biden-Harris Administration and our federal partners at the EPA for supporting the Murphy Administration’s commitment to a zero-emissions future that combats climate change and protects public health,” said New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette. “This award of nearly $250 million for truck charging infrastructure is a critical down payment for zero-emission freight movement and will catalyze the deployment of zero-emission freight trucks in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.”
“Building out New Jersey’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure helps our state lead the way in clean energy, green jobs, and securing a more secure and sustainable future. I am proud that the Inflation Reduction Act is delivering for our state and the I-95 Corridor through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program and is making historic and critical strides to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Representative Andy Kim (NJ-03).
"I proudly helped author the historic Inflation Reduction Act, which has been a game-changer in our fight against climate change and protecting our environment. This $248.9 million grant, made possible through that law, is a huge step toward cutting greenhouse gas emissions and boosting clean energy infrastructure along the I-95 corridor. The Clean Corridor Coalition project not only tackles climate pollution but also supports job training and regional planning. By investing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, we're paving the way for a greener future and showing our commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Representative Frank Pallone (NJ-06), Ranking Member of the US House Energy and Commerce Committee.
“I applaud the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to install electric-vehicle charging infrastructure along the I-95 corridor in New Jersey. As one of the most densely populated states in the nation, it’s critical that the Garden State continues to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution in order to ensure residents have fresh air and mitigate the impacts of climate change,” said Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11). “In Congress, I fought hard to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which made one of the biggest investments in climate-resilient infrastructure in our history. I am glad to see that our work is continuing to bring our federal tax dollars back to improve the quality of life in the Garden State.”
“I am thrilled to celebrate this historic investment in green energy infrastructure thanks to President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act,” said Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12). “The nearly $250 million dedicated to supporting renewable energy-driven commerce along I-95 will not only help us reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change, but strengthen our local economies, create well-paying jobs, and make meaningful progress towards climate justice throughout New Jersey’s 12th District and beyond. Thank you to President Biden and the EPA for making this possible.”
The Clean Corridor Coalition is a collaborative initiative that includes the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the Delaware Department of Transportation and the Maryland Departments of the Environment and Transportation. The project aims to deploy electric vehicle charging infrastructure for commercial zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles along the Interstate-95 freight corridor. Additionally, NJDEP will provide technical assistance for workforce development and corridor planning across New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware and Maryland. This initiative will not only reduce environmental exposures to transportation emissions, but increase the clean energy job pipeline, job training, and enterprise creation in disadvantaged communities. Workforce training programs will be specifically designed to include outreach to and recruit members of underserved areas, including those without college degrees.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grant competition, reviewing nearly 300 applications to ensure the competition was fair and impartial. Applications were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications – from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities – will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples and blueprints that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
These selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. Together, these grants are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 148 million metric tons by 2030 and by 971 million metric tons by 2050, based on estimates provided by the selected applicants.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories in the coming weeks.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President’s commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden’s historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40% of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation by supporting new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration’s efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration’s climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan, the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
See the complete list of selected applications
Learn about the CPRG program
Learn more about how greenhouse gas reduction can occur in different sectors
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“Today’s announcement marks a significant step forward in our efforts to address climate change and promote environmental justice along Interstate 95,” said EPA Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. “The nearly $250 million grant to the Clean Corridor Coalition will not only reduce harmful emissions along one of the nation’s busiest freight corridors but will also help create jobs and produce health benefits for every community along I-95.”
“We thank the Biden-Harris Administration and our federal partners at the EPA for supporting the Murphy Administration’s commitment to a zero-emissions future that combats climate change and protects public health,” said New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette. “This award of nearly $250 million for truck charging infrastructure is a critical down payment for zero-emission freight movement and will catalyze the deployment of zero-emission freight trucks in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.”
“Building out New Jersey’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure helps our state lead the way in clean energy, green jobs, and securing a more secure and sustainable future. I am proud that the Inflation Reduction Act is delivering for our state and the I-95 Corridor through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program and is making historic and critical strides to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Representative Andy Kim (NJ-03).
"I proudly helped author the historic Inflation Reduction Act, which has been a game-changer in our fight against climate change and protecting our environment. This $248.9 million grant, made possible through that law, is a huge step toward cutting greenhouse gas emissions and boosting clean energy infrastructure along the I-95 corridor. The Clean Corridor Coalition project not only tackles climate pollution but also supports job training and regional planning. By investing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, we're paving the way for a greener future and showing our commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Representative Frank Pallone (NJ-06), Ranking Member of the US House Energy and Commerce Committee.
“I applaud the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to install electric-vehicle charging infrastructure along the I-95 corridor in New Jersey. As one of the most densely populated states in the nation, it’s critical that the Garden State continues to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution in order to ensure residents have fresh air and mitigate the impacts of climate change,” said Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11). “In Congress, I fought hard to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which made one of the biggest investments in climate-resilient infrastructure in our history. I am glad to see that our work is continuing to bring our federal tax dollars back to improve the quality of life in the Garden State.”
“I am thrilled to celebrate this historic investment in green energy infrastructure thanks to President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act,” said Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12). “The nearly $250 million dedicated to supporting renewable energy-driven commerce along I-95 will not only help us reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change, but strengthen our local economies, create well-paying jobs, and make meaningful progress towards climate justice throughout New Jersey’s 12th District and beyond. Thank you to President Biden and the EPA for making this possible.”
The Clean Corridor Coalition is a collaborative initiative that includes the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the Delaware Department of Transportation and the Maryland Departments of the Environment and Transportation. The project aims to deploy electric vehicle charging infrastructure for commercial zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles along the Interstate-95 freight corridor. Additionally, NJDEP will provide technical assistance for workforce development and corridor planning across New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware and Maryland. This initiative will not only reduce environmental exposures to transportation emissions, but increase the clean energy job pipeline, job training, and enterprise creation in disadvantaged communities. Workforce training programs will be specifically designed to include outreach to and recruit members of underserved areas, including those without college degrees.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grant competition, reviewing nearly 300 applications to ensure the competition was fair and impartial. Applications were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications – from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities – will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples and blueprints that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
These selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. Together, these grants are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 148 million metric tons by 2030 and by 971 million metric tons by 2050, based on estimates provided by the selected applicants.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories in the coming weeks.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President’s commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden’s historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40% of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation by supporting new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration’s efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration’s climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan, the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
See the complete list of selected applications
Learn about the CPRG program
Learn more about how greenhouse gas reduction can occur in different sectors
Follow EPA Region 2 on X and visit our Facebook page. For more information about EPA Region 2, visit our website.
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Maine to benefit from a $450 million grant for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution across New England
BOSTON (JULY 22, 2024) – Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the general competition selection of the New England Heat Pump Accelerator to receive a $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America's clean energy transition.
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"Heat pumps have become a greener, more energy efficient way for Maine people to save money during harsh New England winters," said U.S. Senator Angus King. "Across our state, we are already seeing the impacts heat pumps have on minimizing our carbon footprint while maximizing the amount of money staying in the pockets of Maine people. Our state will continue to lead in the cost-efficient energy space thanks to this EPA grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator Program."
"Mainers rely on fuel oil to heat our homes more than anywhere else in the country. Maine has already made significant progress on turning this high energy burden into an opportunity for climate progress, and this Climate Pollution Reduction Grant will accelerate our statewide transition to cleaner, more efficient, and cost-effective heat pumps. This grant will not only save Mainers and our neighbors money on their energy bills but will further America's climate goals to curb fossil fuel emissions and meet the growing challenge of climate change," said Congresswoman Chellie Pingree.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"Heat pumps have become a greener, more energy efficient way for Maine people to save money during harsh New England winters," said U.S. Senator Angus King. "Across our state, we are already seeing the impacts heat pumps have on minimizing our carbon footprint while maximizing the amount of money staying in the pockets of Maine people. Our state will continue to lead in the cost-efficient energy space thanks to this EPA grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator Program."
"Mainers rely on fuel oil to heat our homes more than anywhere else in the country. Maine has already made significant progress on turning this high energy burden into an opportunity for climate progress, and this Climate Pollution Reduction Grant will accelerate our statewide transition to cleaner, more efficient, and cost-effective heat pumps. This grant will not only save Mainers and our neighbors money on their energy bills but will further America's climate goals to curb fossil fuel emissions and meet the growing challenge of climate change," said Congresswoman Chellie Pingree.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
New Hampshire to benefit from a $450 million grant for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution across New England
BOSTON (JULY 22, 2024) – Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the general competition selection of the New England Heat Pump Accelerator to receive a $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America's clean energy transition.
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"Expanding the use of residential heat pumps is an essential step toward lowering costs for Granite State families," said U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen. "This funding will make a huge difference for New England, where the volatility of home heating costs has long been a challenge. I was proud to champion energy efficiency provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to combat climate change while lowering energy costs, and I look forward to seeing this funding be put to use right here in New Hampshire."
"Through the heat pump market, this initiative will help reduce pollution, improve air quality, and lower energy costs in New Hampshire and throughout New England," said U.S. Representative Chris Pappas. "I will continue to support community-driven efforts that protect public health, safeguard the environment, and invest in our future."
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"Expanding the use of residential heat pumps is an essential step toward lowering costs for Granite State families," said U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen. "This funding will make a huge difference for New England, where the volatility of home heating costs has long been a challenge. I was proud to champion energy efficiency provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to combat climate change while lowering energy costs, and I look forward to seeing this funding be put to use right here in New Hampshire."
"Through the heat pump market, this initiative will help reduce pollution, improve air quality, and lower energy costs in New Hampshire and throughout New England," said U.S. Representative Chris Pappas. "I will continue to support community-driven efforts that protect public health, safeguard the environment, and invest in our future."
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
EPA Announces $3 Million for Community-Driven Solutions to Cut Climate Pollution Across the Hudson Valley in New York
NEW YORK - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, announced the selection of Hudson Valley Regional Council to receive a $3 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice and accelerate America’s clean energy transition.
Hudson Valley Regional Council’s proposed project will advance measures to reduce fugitive methane emissions from closed landfills using biofilters. A biofilter uses layers of porous and organic material like compost to oxidize methane in landfill gas. Methane is a climate “super pollutant” that is many times more potent than carbon dioxide and is responsible for approximately one third of the warming from greenhouse gases occurring today. The program aims to improve landfills by providing technical assistance for the future installation of solar arrays, battery storage systems and native pollinator gardens that support ecological restoration. The Hudson Valley Regional Council was established in 1977 as an organization of county governments comprising Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties. It assists the people of NY with planning and education, and it advocates for the community.
“EPA is thrilled to partner with the Hudson Valley Regional Council on its proposed program to reduce climate pollution and help bring down methane gas from landfills across New York,” said Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. “Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and this program will offer much needed assistance to significantly improve air quality and drive the adoption of clean energy through innovative and sustainable solutions.”
“This critical federal grant, created by the Inflation Reduction Act I led to passage, will enable the Mid-Hudson Municipal Landfill Emissions Mitigation program to utilize biofilters to reduce the noxious and potent methane emissions from closed landfills. The selected application will assist in providing technical assistance to install solar arrays and battery storage systems, while supporting ecological restoration through installation of native pollinator gardens to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and boost the urgent fight against climate change,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
“Investing in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollution is critical to combating climate change and create a greener future for all,” said Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. “I am thrilled to see that the Hudson Valley Regional Council has been selected for this grant to reduce fugitive methane emissions and help protect Hudson Valley communities from pollution. I am proud to have helped create the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program through the Inflation Reduction Act and to have advocated to secure this funding for the Hudson Valley Regional Council. I thank the EPA for making this critical investment to address climate pollution and will continue to fight to mitigate climate change across New York State.”
“With the Hudson Valley experiencing yet another historic heat wave, the health of our families and climate can’t wait any longer. We have to act now to reduce greenhouse gas pollution,” said Representative Pat Ryan (NY-18). “I’m proud that this funding from the landmark Inflation Reduction Act will help the Hudson Valley Regional Council fight methane pollution – among the most potent greenhouse gasses – right here at home. That’s cleaner air for our families now and cooler air for future generations. I’ll keep fighting for the clean air, water, and soil that every American deserves.”
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grant competition, reviewing nearly 300 applications to ensure the competition was fair and impartial. Applications were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications – from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities – will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples and blueprints that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
These selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. Together, these grants are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 148 million metric tons by 2030 and by 971 million metric tons by 2050, based on estimates provided by the selected applicants.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories in the coming weeks.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President’s commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden’s historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40% of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation by supporting new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration’s efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration’s climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan, the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
See the complete list of selected applications
Learn about the CPRG program
Learn more about how greenhouse gas reduction can occur in different sectors
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Hudson Valley Regional Council’s proposed project will advance measures to reduce fugitive methane emissions from closed landfills using biofilters. A biofilter uses layers of porous and organic material like compost to oxidize methane in landfill gas. Methane is a climate “super pollutant” that is many times more potent than carbon dioxide and is responsible for approximately one third of the warming from greenhouse gases occurring today. The program aims to improve landfills by providing technical assistance for the future installation of solar arrays, battery storage systems and native pollinator gardens that support ecological restoration. The Hudson Valley Regional Council was established in 1977 as an organization of county governments comprising Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties. It assists the people of NY with planning and education, and it advocates for the community.
“EPA is thrilled to partner with the Hudson Valley Regional Council on its proposed program to reduce climate pollution and help bring down methane gas from landfills across New York,” said Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. “Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and this program will offer much needed assistance to significantly improve air quality and drive the adoption of clean energy through innovative and sustainable solutions.”
“This critical federal grant, created by the Inflation Reduction Act I led to passage, will enable the Mid-Hudson Municipal Landfill Emissions Mitigation program to utilize biofilters to reduce the noxious and potent methane emissions from closed landfills. The selected application will assist in providing technical assistance to install solar arrays and battery storage systems, while supporting ecological restoration through installation of native pollinator gardens to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and boost the urgent fight against climate change,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
“Investing in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollution is critical to combating climate change and create a greener future for all,” said Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. “I am thrilled to see that the Hudson Valley Regional Council has been selected for this grant to reduce fugitive methane emissions and help protect Hudson Valley communities from pollution. I am proud to have helped create the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program through the Inflation Reduction Act and to have advocated to secure this funding for the Hudson Valley Regional Council. I thank the EPA for making this critical investment to address climate pollution and will continue to fight to mitigate climate change across New York State.”
“With the Hudson Valley experiencing yet another historic heat wave, the health of our families and climate can’t wait any longer. We have to act now to reduce greenhouse gas pollution,” said Representative Pat Ryan (NY-18). “I’m proud that this funding from the landmark Inflation Reduction Act will help the Hudson Valley Regional Council fight methane pollution – among the most potent greenhouse gasses – right here at home. That’s cleaner air for our families now and cooler air for future generations. I’ll keep fighting for the clean air, water, and soil that every American deserves.”
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grant competition, reviewing nearly 300 applications to ensure the competition was fair and impartial. Applications were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications – from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities – will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples and blueprints that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
These selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. Together, these grants are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 148 million metric tons by 2030 and by 971 million metric tons by 2050, based on estimates provided by the selected applicants.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories in the coming weeks.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President’s commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden’s historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40% of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation by supporting new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration’s efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration’s climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan, the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
See the complete list of selected applications
Learn about the CPRG program
Learn more about how greenhouse gas reduction can occur in different sectors
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Massachusetts to benefit from a $450 million grant for community-driven solutions to cut climate pollution across New England
BOSTON (JULY 22, 2024) – Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the general competition selection of the New England Heat Pump Accelerator to receive a $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America's clean energy transition.
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"This grant will be transformational for Massachusetts' families, making heat pumps more accessible for low-income families and accelerating our transition away from fossil fuels. I am grateful for my colleagues' partnership in helping secure this funding," said U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren.
"We worked hard to build historic programs like the $4.6 billion Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program into the Inflation Reduction Act—another cornerstone achievement of the Biden-Harris administration—and it is so exciting to see those investments flow directly to Massachusetts with this landmark $450 million award for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator. This accelerator will speed along the adoption of budget-saving, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, pumping relief into homes all around the Commonwealth," said U.S. Senator Edward Markey.
"Through community-driven grants, we are helping families lower their energy bills and stay cool in the summer — all while protecting our planet," said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. "This is just the latest example of how Democrats are fighting for the health, safety, and prosperity of everyday Americans. I'm grateful for the partnership of the Biden-Harris Administration for helping to deliver this win to MA-5. Every day, we are working together to prove what's possible when we invest in the American people."
"Heat pumps are a critical tool in the fight to make it more affordable for Massachusetts families to keep their houses warm during the winter and cool during the summer," said Congresswoman Lori Trahan. "This significant federal investment, made possible by President Biden and Vice President Harris's Inflation Reduction Act, will lower utility bills here in the Commonwealth and across New England while reducing our dependence on expensive and volatile fossil fuels."
"Through the Accelerator, we'll be able to deliver affordable and cutting-edge heating and cooling technologies to families and businesses across New England. Our administration is proud of the bipartisan collaboration with our partner states that is delivering $450 million at this critical juncture in our response to climate change. We believe that climate change is our greatest threat and greatest opportunity – with the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, this is an opportunity to lower costs, increase comfort, and drive down emissions," said Governor Maura Healey.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program
The New England Heat Pump Accelerator is a coalition application led by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in partnership with the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources. The selected application will fund projects across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that will rapidly accelerate the adoption of cold-climate air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and ground source heat pumps. The project will support coalition partners in providing resources for more than 500,000 single-family and multifamily residential buildings.
"President Biden believes in the power of community-driven solutions to fight climate change, protect public health, and grow our economy. Thanks to his leadership, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program will deliver unprecedented resources to states, local governments, and Tribes to fund the solutions that work best in their communities," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "Selected recipients have put forward ambitious plans to advance sustainable agriculture, deploy clean industrial technologies, cut emissions and energy costs in homes and commercial buildings, and provide cost- and energy-efficient heating and cooling to communities, creating economic and workforce development opportunities along the way."
"No community should have to worry about a future of heat waves, flooding, and sea level rise; and every community should be able to seize the opportunities of a transition to a clean energy future. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to addressing the climate crisis head-on through collaborative, community-driven solutions," said EPA Regional Administrator David W. Cash. "The $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator will not only advance our region's clean energy transition and create good jobs, but also deliver significant benefits to our communities by improving air quality, reducing energy costs, and fostering environmental justice. By working together, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island are setting a powerful example of regional cooperation and innovation in tackling climate change."
"This grant will be transformational for Massachusetts' families, making heat pumps more accessible for low-income families and accelerating our transition away from fossil fuels. I am grateful for my colleagues' partnership in helping secure this funding," said U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren.
"We worked hard to build historic programs like the $4.6 billion Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program into the Inflation Reduction Act—another cornerstone achievement of the Biden-Harris administration—and it is so exciting to see those investments flow directly to Massachusetts with this landmark $450 million award for the New England Heat Pump Accelerator. This accelerator will speed along the adoption of budget-saving, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, pumping relief into homes all around the Commonwealth," said U.S. Senator Edward Markey.
"Through community-driven grants, we are helping families lower their energy bills and stay cool in the summer — all while protecting our planet," said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. "This is just the latest example of how Democrats are fighting for the health, safety, and prosperity of everyday Americans. I'm grateful for the partnership of the Biden-Harris Administration for helping to deliver this win to MA-5. Every day, we are working together to prove what's possible when we invest in the American people."
"Heat pumps are a critical tool in the fight to make it more affordable for Massachusetts families to keep their houses warm during the winter and cool during the summer," said Congresswoman Lori Trahan. "This significant federal investment, made possible by President Biden and Vice President Harris's Inflation Reduction Act, will lower utility bills here in the Commonwealth and across New England while reducing our dependence on expensive and volatile fossil fuels."
"Through the Accelerator, we'll be able to deliver affordable and cutting-edge heating and cooling technologies to families and businesses across New England. Our administration is proud of the bipartisan collaboration with our partner states that is delivering $450 million at this critical juncture in our response to climate change. We believe that climate change is our greatest threat and greatest opportunity – with the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, this is an opportunity to lower costs, increase comfort, and drive down emissions," said Governor Maura Healey.
EPA made its selections through a rigorous grants competition that was designed to be fair and impartial. The Agency reviewed nearly 300 applications that were submitted by entities from across the country and requested a total of nearly $33 billion in funding.
The 25 selected applications—from states, a Tribe, local governments, and coalitions of these entities—will receive federal funding to implement local and regional solutions. Many of these projects can be expanded and provide examples that other states, local governments, Tribes, and even businesses can replicate in their work to tackle the climate crisis.
Together, these selected projects will implement ambitious climate pollution reduction measures designed by states, Tribes, and local governments that will achieve significant cumulative GHG reductions by 2030 and beyond. When estimates provided by all selected applicants are combined, the proposed projects would reduce greenhouse gas pollution by as much as 971 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2050, roughly the emissions from 5 million average homes' energy use each year for over 25 years.
EPA expects to announce up to an additional $300 million in selections under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program for Tribes, Tribal consortia, and territories later this summer.
State, Tribal, and local action is vital to deliver on the President's commitment to reduce climate pollution by over 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions no later than 2050. The innovative measures contained in the selected applications, developed with input from local communities, are expected to achieve substantial public health benefits such as reducing exposure to extreme heat, improving air quality, reducing energy burden for lower income Americans, improving climate resilience, and providing workforce and economic development opportunities, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants advance President Biden's historic Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure 40 percent of the overall benefits of certain climate, clean energy, and other federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.
The grants will fund projects supporting the deployment of technologies and programs to reduce greenhouse gases and other harmful pollution across the country and build the infrastructure, housing, industry, and competitive economy needed for a clean energy future. These grants will also help businesses capitalize on new opportunities, spur economic growth and job creation in new and growing industries, and support development of training programs to prepare workers. EPA expects to award the funds later this year, once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
Many of the proposed projects contained in the selected applications announced today, as well as the $250 million in planning grant funding that EPA is providing under the CPRG program for development of Climate Action Plans by state, local, and Tribal governments across the country, will complement the Biden-Harris Administration's historic federal actions and national climate strategies across sectors. Those include: the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, the Administration's efforts to achieve 100% clean electricity by 2035 and make zero emissions construction common practice by 2030, the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, the U.S. Buildings Decarbonization Blueprint, the Administration's climate-smart agriculture efforts and Nature Based Solutions Roadmap, the U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan (pdf) (1.7 MB), the National Climate Resilience Framework, and more.
Learn more about the selected applications
Learn more about the CPRG program