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 infrastructure at 55 U.S. ports, including Baltimore. This funding aims to electrify port operations and support around 40,000 union jobs while reducing pollution.
President Biden will announce the grants during a visit to Baltimore's port, which has faced challenges following a deadly bridge collapse earlier this year. The funding is part of the Clean Ports Program, established under Biden's climate law from 2022.
The grants will significantly cut carbon emissions and harmful pollutants from port activities. This initiative follows previous federal funding for Baltimore's marine terminal and aims to address environmental justice concerns in communities near ports.
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