Air District grants $23.6 million to Richmond and Contra Costa County
What happened
The Bay Area Air District announced that Contra Costa County and Richmond are collectively receiving $23.6 million. The funds, sourced from air quality violation penalties, are intended to improve air quality and public health. Richmond will receive $10.7 million, while the county receives $12.9 million. These grants will support local nonprofits working on climate education, urban forestry, and clean energy.
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Why it matters
The funding is channeled through the Air District’s Bay REPAIR program, which uses penalties levied on pollution violators. The Air District noted that refineries, such as the Chevron Richmond Refinery, are among the largest violators. This money is distributed to local organizations supporting green infrastructure and transportation methods.
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Who's involved
- Air DistrictCalifornia government agency responsible for regional air quality planning and monitoring
- Urban TilthOrganization receiving grant funding from the Air District
- RichmondCity receiving municipal funding from the Air District grant program
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Urban TilthSpeculative
Urban Tilth might see increased revenue from grant funding for core mission projects.
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Air District
California government agency responsible for regional air quality planning and monitoring
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Urban Tilth
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