Federal Grant Award Summary

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 3 awarded the City of Philadelphia's Air Management Services a Formula Grant totaling $12,278,462 under the Air Pollution Control Program Support (CFDA 66.001) program, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028. This award provides funding for the city to operate a comprehensive air pollution control program designed to improve and maintain air quality in Philadelphia County. The City will identify air toxins, assess the effects of atmospheric toxic pollutants, and implement activities aligned with EPA national guidance and strategic priorities, including analysis and planning for attainment of National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), control strategy development, emissions inventory management, air quality monitoring, regulatory development, permitting and enforcement activities, and public outreach initiatives.

The anticipated deliverables under this assistance agreement include annual reports, work plans, mid-year reports, quality assurance documentation, and updated State Implementation Plan (SIP) documentation. No subawards have been included in this agreement. The expected outcomes will broaden awareness of air quality programs and support the city's continued efforts to attain and maintain air quality standards. As a Formula Grant, this award follows the Section 105 program framework established under the Clean Air Act, which provides ongoing support to state, local, and municipal air pollution control agencies for comprehensive air quality management.