Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)

The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) with a $6.4 billion budget. Its goal is to reduce carbon emissions from transportation. The funds are available for five years and aim to support local initiatives that decrease transportation-related CO2 emissions. The funds are divided into two categories: 65% for local projects and 35% for state projects. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, tribal governments, transportation agencies, and non-profit organizations in the Shasta region. However, for-profit organizations cannot apply.

Projects eligible for CRP funding should align with priorities such as bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, rail and transit initiatives, and zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure. A local match of 11.47% in non-federal funds is required. The funding priorities include various projects like public transportation, sustainable pavements, alternative fuel vehicles, and climate-friendly uses of highway space.

The program involves different agencies. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) handles final approval, while Caltrans reviews project eligibility. The Shasta Regional Transportation Agency (SRTA) is responsible for managing the regional funds and overseeing project selection. Applicants compete for CRP funds through a competitive process. Selected projects undergo eligibility verification and final approval from FHWA.

More Information:

• Carbon Reduction Program Implementation Guidance [FHWA]
• Carbon Reduction Program [Caltrans]
• June 22, 2023 Staff Report and SRTA Carbon Reduction Policy

2023 Call for Projects

The Shasta Regional Transportation Agency (SRTA) is administering local CRP funds through a competitive process. Eligible applicants can request funds for projects that align with FHWA program guidance. Funding is available for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, with a local match requirement. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. PDT, August 25, 2023.

For more information, please refer to the documents below:

• SRTA Call for Projects: 2023 Carbon Reduction Program [PDF]
• Project details worksheet [XLS]
• Project alignment confirmation [PDF]

Contact Us:

We want to hear from you! Do you have questions? Feedback? Contact the project lead: Mehdi Moeinaddini

If information is needed in another language, or parties with a disability as provided by the American Disabilities Act require special accommodations or aides in order to participate in the public meeting, SRTA should be contacted at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If needed, please call 530-262-6190.

Si se necesita información en otro idioma, o si alguien con una discapacidad según la Ley de Discapacidades de los Estados Unidos requieren adaptaciones especiales o asistentes para participar en la reunión pública, se debe contactar a SRTA al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión. Si se necesita, por favor llame 530-262-6190.