Smart Growth

Local Foods, Local Places

EPA, in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission, announced the selection of six communities that will receive assistance through the Local Foods, Local Places program in 2024.
Recreation Economy for Rural Communities

We selected 25 communities to receive Recreation Economy for Rural Communities planning assistance to boost outdoor recreation and revitalize Main Streets.
In Your Community

View a map of smart growth projects in communities across the country.
Story Map

Read about how EPA worked with local leaders to help them realize their community's vision for the future in our "Community Stories" story map (link opens in new window or tab).