EPA Selects Two Local Governments from Pennsylvania to receive $6 million in Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Funding Grants
PHILADELPHIA –U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Mid-Atlantic Region announced that it has selected two local governments to receive Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) grants totaling $6,664,287. These selections are part of an agency-wide effort that selected 17 local governments to receive a total of $58 million.
"We're pleased to announce these selections, which will address pressing environmental challenges and help communities better manage waste across the region," said Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey, EPA Region 3 Administrator. "By investing in improved recycling, EPA is dedicating resources that support and bolster local economies. We look forward to advancing EPA programs that strengthen our nation's recycling infrastructure.”
EPA’s SWIFR program provides grants to implement the National Recycling Strategy to improve post-consumer materials management and infrastructure; support improvements to local post-consumer materials management and recycling programs; and assist local waste management authorities in making improvements to local waste management systems. This initiative supports economic development in communities across the nation. Selected recipients from the Mid-Atlantic Region include:
The County of Delaware, Pa., was selected to receive $4,998,070 for their Transfer Stations Reimagined – Composting and Expanded Recycling Services project, which aims to build accessible recycling capacity, reduce pollution, increasing diversion, and improve localized air quality throughout the county’s communities.
The City of Pittsburgh, Pa., was selected to receive $1,666,217 to increase the city’s yard waste collection frequency through the purchase of equipment, hiring of personnel, and public outreach.
To learn more about SWIFR grants or view the list of selectees, please visit EPA’s webpage: Recycling Grant Selectees and Recipients.
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