The Nisqually Indian Tribe has been awarded a $5,437,277 Cooperative Agreement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CFDA 66.046) program. The purpose of this 5-year award, with a start date of January 1, 2025, is to implement greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction programs, policies, and measures identified in the tribe's Priority Climate Action Plan. Key activities include:
- Hiring a Climate Resilience Program Manager to oversee project implementation
- Completing energy efficiency upgrades, such as heat pump installations, to 4 tribal buildings and up to 31 homes
- Installing solar panels on 4 tribal buildings and up to 30 homes
- Providing residential and commercial energy efficiency incentives to tribal members for measures like heat pumps, water heaters, and weatherization
- Conducting a GHG inventory for the building sector and fulfilling federal reporting requirements
The anticipated outcomes include significant GHG emission reductions, energy cost savings, improved energy security and resilience, and enhanced public health and safety for the Nisqually Indian community. Olympia Community Solar, a nonprofit organization, is serving as a sub-awardee to assist the tribe with climate action planning.
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