45 states, large metro areas submit climate action plans under President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act

Summary:

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that a record 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and numerous Metropolitan Statistical Areas have developed climate action plans through investments made possible by President Biden's Investing in America agenda. The plans are part of the $5B Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program, which aims to reduce harmful pollution and address environmental justice concerns. The plans cover over 96% of the U.S. population and support community-driven solutions to the climate crisis, accelerating America's clean energy transition. The program is also aligned with the Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure that 40% of the overall benefits of federal climate investments flow to disadvantaged communities. The EPA has provided resources and technical support to grantees to develop their plans, which will serve as a foundation for future funding opportunities.