Pennsylvania to receive grant to fight climate change

Pennsylvania has been granted federal funding to aid its efforts in fighting climate change. The $1.7 million grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy and will be used to create a program that supports local governments and businesses in reducing carbon emissions. Pennsylvania is one of several states that have formed a coalition to combat climate change, an initiative that has been emphasized by the Biden administration. The Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, which will oversee the program, intends to use the grant to reduce carbon emissions by 2 million tons by 2050. This goal aligns with Pennsylvania’s ambitious plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 26% lower than 2005 levels by 2025. The state plans on achieving this target through a combination of renewable energy and energy-efficient construction. The importance of fighting climate change has been gaining traction in recent years, and the award of this grant highlights the need for continued efforts to create a more sustainable future. Each state’s progress in reducing carbon emissions will not only impact their individual environments, but will affect the world as a whole. Pennsylvania’s purposeful action toward sustainability sets an example for other states to follow.