Biden-Harris Administration Allocates Over $196 Million for Climate Initiatives in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma

Funding aims to develop community-driven solutions to reduce pollution, enhance public health, and promote clean energy across multiple states.

Austin receives $47 million to expand transit services and develop multimodal transportation networks.
New Orleans awarded nearly $50 million for urban forestry, solar panel installations, and energy efficiency programs.
Metroplan secures $100 million to implement green networks and electrified transportation in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Projects focus on benefiting low-income and disadvantaged communities, aligning with the Justice40 Initiative.
Selected applications are expected to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.