Support for Communities in Climate Change Adaptation Planning
This new act establishes a grant program to help local communities, especially low-income and environmental justice communities, develop climate adaptation plans. This will enable residents to be better prepared for the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events, potentially improving their safety and quality of life.
Key points
Grants available for local governments and Indigenous communities to create climate protection plans.
Priority support for low-income communities and those already experiencing adverse environmental effects.
Adaptation plans will assess risks to people, nature, buildings, and infrastructure, and outline mitigation strategies.
No matching funds required for grant recipients, making access to funding easier.
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