EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso and regional partners are taking the first step in what they are calling “climate action planning.”
The public can learn more about the effort at an open house-style meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24 at the Chamizal Community Center and Library, 2119 Cypress.
The meeting will outline how the region can pursue federal funds through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program.
To be eligible to apply for CPRG grants, the region must first develop and submit a “priority climate action plan” (PCAP) following EPA CPRG program requirements. In addition, to qualify for this competitive grant process, the region must submit its PCAP by March 1.
“We understand that the timing to deliver the PCAP is very tight, but we also understand that the Paso Del Norte Region is well positioned to win funds for shovel-ready projects directly benefiting the community. We must seize the opportunity,” said Nicole Ferrini, of the City of El Paso’s climate and sustainability officer. “Our team looks forward to working with the community to identify what is most important to our people and most impactful for the region. This is an important first step in the right direction. Only together can we create an actionable roadmap with tangible results.”
Once the PCAP is finalized, the next step will move into creating a regional comprehensive climate action plan (CCAP). The development of the CCAP will start this spring and will include different efforts to engage community involvement.
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