Biden's Bold Bet: $600 Million to Arm Coastal Communities Against Climate Crisis

President Joe Biden announced over $600 million in climate investments to support coastal communities in the fight against climate change.

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The investments will include a $575 million project dedicated to combating rising sea levels, storm surges, and tidal hurricanes.

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The funding for these investments comes from Biden's climate and infrastructure bills and the Inflation Reduction Act.

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will administer a $575 million fund to support community-led projects preparing for sea level rise, flooding, and strong storms.

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The goal is to enhance resilience in vulnerable communities and help them withstand the challenges of a changing climate.

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President Biden emphasized the importance of investing in communities disproportionately affected by climate change and supporting their leadership in climate action.

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A special provision of $67 million is allocated for California to modernize its electric grid, aiming to mitigate the effects of extreme weather events like wildfires.

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These long-overdue investments are welcomed by many as crucial steps to protect Americans from the threats of a more volatile and extreme climate.

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