Notice of Public Environmental Financial Advisory Board Webinar
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The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces a public webinar of the Environmental Financial Advisory Board (EFAB). The purpose of the webinar will be to explore strategies for leveraging Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) resources to attract private capital investment in zero emissions transportation projects, with particular focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDACs). Zero emissions transportation refers to modes of transport that do not produce any direct emissions of pollutants or greenhouse gases during operation. This includes a variety of technologies and approaches aimed at reducing the environmental impact of transportation. During the webinar, invited financial experts will discuss innovative financing models, risk mitigation strategies, and opportunities for scaling up investments in this sector. This webinar is the second in a three-part series that explores strategies for leveraging GGRF resources to attract private capital into GGRF priority sectors. The first webinar, held on July 30, 2024, addressed Net Zero Buildings projects. Written public comments may be provided in advance. No oral public comments will be accepted during the webinar. Please see the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for further details.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 166 (Tuesday, August 27, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 68609-68610]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-19239]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[FRL 12200-01-OW]
Notice of Public Environmental Financial Advisory Board Webinar
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice of public webinar.
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SUMMARY: The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
announces a public webinar of the Environmental Financial Advisory
Board (EFAB). The purpose of the webinar will be to explore strategies
for leveraging Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) resources to
attract private capital investment in zero emissions transportation
projects, with particular focus on low-income and disadvantaged
communities (LIDACs). Zero emissions transportation refers to modes of
transport that do not produce any direct emissions of pollutants or
greenhouse gases during operation. This includes a variety of
technologies and approaches aimed at reducing the environmental impact
of transportation. During the webinar, invited financial experts will
discuss innovative financing models, risk mitigation strategies, and
opportunities for scaling up investments in this sector. This webinar
is the second in a three-part series that explores strategies for
leveraging GGRF resources to attract private capital into GGRF priority
sectors. The first webinar, held on July 30, 2024, addressed Net Zero
Buildings projects. Written public comments may be provided in advance.
No oral public comments will be accepted during the webinar. Please see
the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for further details.
DATES: The webinar will be held on September 19, 2024, from 2 p.m. to
3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
ADDRESSES: The webinar will be conducted in a virtual format via
webcast only. Information to access the webinar will be provided upon
registration in advance.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Any member of the public who wants
information about the webinar may contact Tara Johnson via telephone/
voicemail at (202) 564-6186 or email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7015161112301500115e171f06"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="4d282b2c2f0d283d2c632a223b">[email protected]</span></a>. General
information concerning the EFAB is available at
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<a href="https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab">https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab</a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background: The EFAB is an EPA advisory committee chartered under
the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), 5 U.S.C. App. 2, to provide
advice and recommendations to the EPA on innovative approaches to
funding environmental programs, projects, and activities.
Administrative support for the EFAB is provided by the Water
Infrastructure and Resiliency Finance Center within the EPA's Office of
Water. Pursuant to FACA and EPA policy, notice is hereby given that the
EFAB will hold a public webinar for the following purpose: to explore
strategies for leveraging GGRF resources to attract private capital
investment in zero emissions transportation projects, with particular
focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDACs).
Registration for the Webinar: To register for the webinar, please
visit <a href="https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab#meeting">https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab#meeting</a>. Interested
persons who wish to attend the webinar must register by September 18,
2024. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
Availability of Webinar Materials: Webinar materials, including the
agenda and associated materials, will be available on the EPA's website
at <a href="https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab">https://www.epa.gov/waterfinancecenter/efab</a>.
Procedures for Providing Public Input: Public comment for
consideration by the EPA's Federal advisory committees has a different
purpose from public comment provided to the EPA program offices.
Therefore, the process for submitting comments to a Federal advisory
committee is different from the process used to submit comments to an
EPA program office. Federal advisory committees provide independent
advice to the EPA. Members of the public may submit comments on matters
being considered by the EFAB for consideration as the Board develops
its advice and recommendations to the EPA.
Written Statements: Written statements should be received by
September 13, 2024, so that the information can be made available to
the EFAB for its consideration prior to the webinar. Written statements
should be sent via email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7015161112301500115e171f06"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="3a5f5c5b587a5f4a5b145d554c">[email protected]</span></a>. Members of the public should
be aware that their personal contact information, if included in any
written comments, may be posted to the EFAB website. Copyrighted
material will not be posted without explicit permission of the
copyright holder.
Accessibility: For information on access or services for
individuals with disabilities or to request accommodations for a
disability, please register for the webinar and list any special
requirements or accommodations needed on the registration form at least
10 business days prior to the webinar to allow as much time as possible
to process your request.
Andrew D. Sawyers,
Director, Office of Wastewater Management, Office of Water.
[FR Doc. 2024-19239 Filed 8-26-24; 8:45 am]
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