Tag: community buildings

FEMA Expands Disaster Relief Funding to Include Net-Zero Energy Projects

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jan 31, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Jan 31, 2024

For the first time, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will fund net-zero energy projects through its Public Assistance grant program, which covers the rebuilding of schools, hospitals, fire stations, and other community infrastructure investments post-disaster. FEMA is also funding net-zero energy projects for its Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and now offers incentives through its […]

EPA Awards Nearly $11M to Help Community Buildings Combat Wildfire Smoke

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jan 26, 2024 Fire Safety

Updated: Jan 26, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected nine applicants throughout the West to receive nearly $11 million in funding through the Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Community Buildings grant program. The new federal program aims to enhance community wildfire smoke preparedness by providing grants to states, federally recognized Tribes, public preschools, local educational agencies, and […]