FEMA opens applications for $1.35 billion in climate resilience funding
In recent years, climate-driven disasters from hurricanes to wildfires and floods have become more frequent and intense.
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DOE invests $28.7 million for grid-hardening project in Tallahassee’s weather-damaged communities
The project will allow community hubs and essential services to operate during disruptive events.
DOI invests $514 million in western water storage, conveyance projects
This funding will support dam expansion and water conveyance initiatives in Colorado, California, Idaho and Washington.
Indigenous communities harness $121 million to prepare for climate impacts
This funding looks to help tribes proactively plan for the future while safely relocating critical community infrastructure.
Massachusetts awarding $69 million in grants for water infrastructure projects
The projects funded by these grants will address a variety of community needs, from replacing aging pipes and pumps to upgrading wastewater treatment facilities.
Los Angeles County investing $380 million in reservoir restoration
The $240 million Rory M. Shaw Wetlands Park Project will convert a 46-acre landfill into a multi-purpose wetlands park.
Reclamation grants $50 million for Great Salt Lake Basin water conservation with Utah matching funds
The Great Salt Lake in Utah has shrunk to about one-third of its typical size.
Michigan to distribute $42 million to protect rural community water systems
The projects will replace critical water mains, sewer mains, wells, drainage and storage tanks.
EPA announces $3.6 billion for clean drinking water programs
This funding is on top of $2.6 billion that was announced earlier this year, bringing the combined investment in water projects to $6.2 billion.
NOAA receives $15.3 million to enhance national climate resilience with updated extreme weather projections
NOAA will use the funds to develop transparent climate information for users to guide critical decision-making processes for infrastructure deployment, energy systems deployment and financial investments.
