The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment - today and every day.
The grant program guided by the EPA's SNEP aims to foster ecosystem health and resilience in the face of climate stressors, emphasizing the wellbeing of the region's economy and communities directly connected to ecological systems' vitality. This particular initiative seeks to bolster the resilience of disadvantaged communities within the SNEP region, prioritizing meaningful community involvement in the design and execution of projects addressing climate change impacts and longstanding environmental and social injustices. SNEP plans to allocate funds towards varied projects aligning with the principles outlined in its Five-Year Strategic Plan, covering planning, implementation, outreach, training, capacity enhancement, and staff-building endeavors.