EPA to select 20 communities for Sustainability Program

Interested communities are invited to apply until February 23, 2011. The purpose of the program is to help interested communities adopt sustainable planning methods.

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February 8, 2011, 7:00 AM PST

By Victor Negrete


From EPA Deputy Administrator Bob Perciasepe:

"We're pleased to be part of this program to help communities build vibrant, healthy neighborhoods where families want to live and businesses want to invest and grow. Through this program, we'll walk communities through the process of making smart, cost-effective investments by helping them navigate existing tools vital to securing a lasting foundation for prosperity."

For information on how to apply:

EPA website

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