Biden Administration Allocates $830 Million for Climate Resilience Projects Across the U.S.

The funding aims to fortify infrastructure against extreme weather, impacting 80 projects in 37 states and territories.

The $830 million grant will enhance roads, bridges, and other infrastructure to withstand climate-induced extreme weather.
Projects include upgrading stormwater systems, reinforcing coastal areas, and enhancing evacuation routes.
The grants are distributed through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, emphasizing climate resilience.
Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlighted the urgency given the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events.
States like Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Colorado are among the recipients for specific infrastructure upgrades.