30 States to Benefit from $4.3 Billion EPA Climate Grants
EPA's Historic $4.3 Billion Investment Targets Greenhouse Gas Emissions Across Multiple Sectors

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is distributing $4.3 billion in grants to fund climate pollution reduction projects across 30 states. This significant investment, derived from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, underscores the Biden administration's commitment to combating climate change and promoting clean energy.
Tackling Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The grants target 25 diverse projects aimed at curbing greenhouse gas emissions from multiple sectors, including transportation, electric power, commercial and residential buildings, industry, agriculture, and waste management. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to transition the U.S. away from fossil fuels such as oil, coal, and natural gas, which are primary contributors to climate change.
Major State Initiatives
- Pennsylvania: A substantial $396 million grant will support efforts to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions from materials like cement and asphalt. EPA Administrator Michael Regan and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro are set to announce the grant recipients in Pittsburgh. Shapiro highlighted this grant as one of the largest federal investments Pennsylvania has ever received. The funds will bolster the RISE PA initiative, focusing on cutting industrial sector emissions.
- California: Nearly $500 million is allocated for transportation and freight decarbonization at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The funds will facilitate the deployment of electric charging equipment, zero-emission freight vehicles, and the conversion of cargo handling equipment to lower emissions. EPA leaders and Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla will spearhead this announcement.
- Nebraska: The state's Department of Environment and Energy will receive $307 million to enhance “climate-smart” agriculture and reduce agricultural waste from livestock. This grant will also fund energy efficiency improvements in commercial and industrial facilities and low-income households, as well as solar panel deployment and irrigation well electrification. Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird of Lincoln emphasized the potential for a 77% emissions reduction by 2050 through these investments.
Enhancing Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Clean Energy
- Interstate 95 Corridor: Nearly $250 million will be invested in electric vehicle infrastructure from Maryland to Connecticut. The project aims to provide charging infrastructure for commercial zero-emission vehicles and support workforce development.
- New England States: Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Maine will share $450 million to promote the adoption of cold-climate heat pumps and water heaters.
- Michigan: The state will receive $129 million to accelerate the siting, zoning, and permitting of renewable energy projects. This funding will assist Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in reaching a goal of 60% renewable energy by 2035.
A Historic Investment in Climate Action
EPA Administrator Michael Regan highlighted the historical significance of these investments, noting that President Biden's administration has made the largest climate investment in history. The funds will be delivered this fall and are designed to implement community-driven solutions that reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and expedite America's transition to clean energy.
Gov. Shapiro echoed this sentiment, noting that Pennsylvania's efforts to address climate change will continue to create energy jobs and expand the economy. Meanwhile, Mayor Baird emphasized the importance of ensuring equitable access to the clean energy transition for low-income residents in Lincoln, Nebraska.
These grants represent a critical step in the nation's ongoing battle against climate change, fostering innovation and sustainability across a broad range of sectors and communities.
