Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)

Carbon Reduction Program

The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) provides flexible funding that may be used by states and localities for projects that reduce transportation related carbon dioxide emissions.  Each year, approximately $1.4 million is available in CRP funding for the Greater Des Moines region. Projects will be evaluated based on carbon reduction using the Federal Highway Administrations Emissions Calculator Toolkit.

Carbon Reduction Program Schedule

August 30, 2024 – Applications made available on MPO website.
September 27, 2024 – Applications due.
Early October 2024 – Funding Subcommittee hears presentations from project sponsors.
Late October 2024 – Funding Subcommittee reviews applications and makes recommendation.
November 2024 – MPO Policy Committee approves CRP awards.

CRP Application (online submittal only)

FFY 2029 CRP Application
FFY 2029 CRP Application Questions
FFY 2029 CRP Guidelines

Additional Resources

Carbon Calculator Toolkit
IDOT 2024 Carbon Reduction Plan
CRP FHWA Implementation Guidance