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Jamestown Today
By the People, for the People
Boulder County Receives Over $540K in Climate Funding
Grants will support sustainability projects across local communities
Jan. 29, 2026 at 2:47am
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Boulder County has approved over $540,000 in sustainability grants, including $168,000 for climate-resilience projects in the city of Boulder. The funding will support initiatives like landscaping showcases, workshops, tree planting, LED streetlight upgrades, and solar power installations across several municipalities in the county, including Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Jamestown, Lyons, and Nederland.
Why it matters
The funding comes from the county's voter-approved Sustainability Tax and will help local communities implement climate-friendly initiatives and infrastructure. As Boulder County faces the impacts of climate change, these investments aim to improve sustainability and resilience across the region.
The details
The $540,000 in grants will be distributed to various projects and programs in Boulder County communities. In Boulder, $168,000 will go towards climate-resilience efforts like landscaping showcases and workshops. Other initiatives include tree planting, LED streetlight upgrades, solar power installations, and the hiring of sustainability staff in Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Jamestown, Lyons, and Nederland.
- Boulder County approved the sustainability grants in January 2026.
The players
Boulder County
The local government entity that approved the $540,000 in sustainability grants for climate projects across the county.
The takeaway
This funding represents a significant investment in climate action and sustainability initiatives across Boulder County communities. By supporting a range of projects, from renewable energy to urban forestry, the grants aim to make the region more resilient in the face of climate change.