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Posted 9/20/2023, 2:23:00 PM

Biden Administration Announces $4.6 Billion in Grants to Cut Emissions and Boost Jobs

The Biden administration announced $4.6 billion in grants for states, cities and tribes to reduce climate pollution.
The grants are part of a $5 billion program under the Inflation Reduction Act and build on earlier planning grants.
Applicants can propose projects to cut emissions, boost jobs, and aid disadvantaged communities. Projects can include greening schools, new clean energy, and building upgrades.
Some states declined initial planning grants and can't apply now, but cities in those states can apply directly.
Grants will be awarded starting next fall. The deadline to apply is spring 2024.

cnn.com

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