Hi John,

What you need to know: Congress has just funded a new program under the Inflation Reduction Act that will set aside $3 billion in climate funding for our most at-risk communities. Now, the Environmental Protection Agency is accepting comments on the best way they can equitably allocate these funds. That's where you come in.
Add Your VoiceWhy it matters: The initiative — known as the Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program (ECJ Program) — was created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the largest climate bill in history. To make sure communities in need don’t miss out on getting these grants, Dream.Org is asking you to join us in recommending that the EPA:

• Increase outreach to spread awareness: connecting more communities with grant applications through effective outreach and assistance will broaden the impact of climate and energy investments.
• Streamline the grant application process: creating an application process with manageable timelines and structures will ensure the largest number of communities can apply.
• Define the benefits: key metrics such as air pollution, asthma rates, and workforce development must be measured throughout the duration of the projects.

What you can do: It is crucial that we all take action. One way to do that is by signing our petition to join us in telling the EPA to take measures so climate benefits reach communities most impacted by poverty and pollution. 

Sign PetitionIn Solidarity,
T.J. Osborne, Federal Policy Manager, Green For All