The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced the selection of the Hawaii Department of Transportation to receive $59,232,500 through EPA's Clean Ports Program. This funding, part of President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, will support the deployment of zero-emission port infrastructure and climate and air quality planning projects at various ports in Hawaii. The initiative aims to address climate change, reduce air pollution, promote good jobs, and advance environmental justice. The Hawaii Department of Transportation is expected to use the grant to purchase and deploy hydrogen-fueled equipment at Honolulu Harbor, while also investing in a hydrogen fueling station. Community engagement and workforce development efforts will accompany the project to provide job opportunities. Additionally, the department will receive a Climate and Air Quality Planning Grant to develop emissions inventory and reduction strategies for multiple ports in Hawaii. The Clean Ports Program focuses on reducing diesel air pollution at and near port facilities, aiming to eliminate over 3 million metric tons of carbon pollution. The initiative involves funding for various zero-emission equipment, including cargo handling units, drayage trucks, locomotives, vessels, and infrastructure like shore power systems and vehicle charging stations. The program also emphasizes workforce development, aligning with the Biden administration's goals for a zero-emission freight sector and promoting clean technologies. By investing in zero-emission port technology, the program not only protects human health and the environment but also supports job creation and economic competitiveness.