POLITICO Energy Inside the fight over $20 billion in EPA climate funding
Feb 26, 2025
Zack Colman, a climate change reporter for POLITICO, dives into the intense battle over $20 billion in EPA climate grants originally issued by the Biden administration. He discusses the Trump administration's push to reclaim these funds and the legal controversies surrounding it. Key figures, including grant recipients, present their case against accusations of waste. Colman also highlights the diverse political reactions and the implications for disadvantaged communities relying on this funding for energy efficiency projects.
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EPA Climate Grant Recipients
- The $20 billion in grants from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund went to eight recipients.
- These organizations focus on energy efficiency and clean energy projects in low-income communities.
Trump Administration's Focus
- Trump's EPA is targeting the $20 billion climate grants due to their size and association with the Inflation Reduction Act.
- They claim concerns about waste and fraud, despite a lack of evidence.
Stacey Abrams' Role
- Stacey Abrams' involvement was as a paid advisor to Rewiring America.
- Rewiring America is part of the Power Forward Communities Coalition, a grant recipient.