Biden celebrates Earth Day by announcing increased funding for solar energy and establishing the American Climate Corps.

President Joe Biden announced new actions for Earth Day in Triangle, Virginia. $7 billion in grant funding for solar power was unveiled under the Inflation Reduction Act, along with new steps for the American Climate Corps. The Biden administration has made significant conservation announcements, including barring oil drilling in Alaska. Funding through the EPA’s Solar for All program will benefit nearly one million households in low-income communities. The federal Climate Corps will provide workforce training for young Americans in clean energy and climate resilience. Biden emphasized the need for action on the climate crisis and highlighted partnerships with organizations like TradesFutures.

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