Biden administration allocates $20 billion for clean energy projects targeting disadvantaged communities
- The Biden administration is making $20 billion available from a federal "green bank" fund for clean energy projects.
- The money will be split between two programs - a $14 billion fund for national financing institutions and a $6 billion fund for local community organizations.
- The focus will be on supporting projects in low-income, disadvantaged, rural, and tribal communities.
- The funding aims to advance climate action, transform the economy, and increase access to clean energy technology.
- Applications are due in October, with project selections expected by March 2024.