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Funding Available for Transportation Projects Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced funding for projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These funds are available through an ODOT-managed competitive grant program, with federal funds coming from the new federal Carbon Reduction Program.
Oregon will be receiving $82 million over five years, with $13 million available in 2023 for “small urban and rural” projects. Eligible projects must reduce emissions from transportation and be in urban and rural areas of the state with a population less than 200,000. Examples of eligible projects include public transit, bike infrastructure improvements, low-emission vehicles or fuels, and intelligent transportation systems.
Eligible applicants include cities, counties, tribal governments, and local and state transportation agencies. The application window runs from February 28 to May 31. More details are available here.
Contact: Jim McCauley, Legislative Director - jmccauley@orcities.org
Last Updated 2/24/23