WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has announced a significant investment in Pennsylvania’s manufacturing sector. The state will receive $396 million in competitive grant funding from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This funding aims to push Pennsylvania to the forefront of clean manufacturing.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing the funds through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program. This initiative supports projects that focus on reducing industrial carbon emissions. The goal is to create good jobs, benefit historically disadvantaged communities, and ensure Pennsylvania remains a leader in producing in-demand goods for both American and global markets.
“Nobody is more equipped to lead the next generation of industry and manufacturing than Pennsylvanians. This grant is a game-changing investment that will support greenhouse gas-reducing projects, create good jobs, and bolster economies across the Commonwealth,” said Senator Casey. “I will keep fighting for investments that secure the Commonwealth as our Nation’s industrial backbone.”
The grant will fund the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania (RISE PA) initiative. RISE PA is designed to support industrial and manufacturing projects that cut carbon emissions. It also aims to improve the health, safety, and economies of surrounding communities.
This investment represents a significant step in Pennsylvania’s journey towards a more sustainable and economically robust future. The focus on clean manufacturing not only addresses environmental concerns but also ensures the creation of good-paying jobs, fostering economic growth in areas that need it the most.
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