Biden announces nearly $3 billion in grants to enhance climate-friendly infrastructure at U.S. ports
Summary: The Biden administration is awarding nearly $3 billion to improve climate-friendly equipment and infrastructure at 55 U.S. ports. This funding aims to support around 40,000 union jobs and reduce pollution, particularly at the Port of Baltimore.
President Biden will announce the grants during a visit to Baltimore, which has faced challenges following a deadly bridge collapse earlier this year. The funding, part of the Clean Ports Program, will help transition ports to zero-emission facilities.
The grants are funded by Biden's climate law from 2022 and will significantly cut carbon emissions and other pollutants. This initiative follows previous federal investments in Baltimore's port infrastructure and aims to address environmental justice concerns in nearby communities.
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