Congressman Hank Johnson Announces Energy Efficiency Grant Funding for Covington, Other Georgia Communities

COVINGTON, GA - Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) announced today that Covington, located in Georgia's 4th Congressional District, has been awarded $150,000 in grant funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's (BIL) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. Covington is one of 17 Georgia communities to benefit from this $2.6 million investment aimed at reducing energy consumption, lowering emissions, and improving energy efficiency.

"Covington is leading the way in transitioning to clean energy with the addition of eight new electric vehicle charging stations," said Congressman Johnson. "This funding will help make clean transportation more accessible and support our community's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint while creating more economic opportunities in Georgia's Fourth District."

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA), which administers the program, selected Covington's project as part of a broader initiative to enhance energy efficiency across the state. Covington will use the funds to install charging stations in high-traffic areas is designed to support the growth of electric vehicles and make clean transportation more accessible to residents and visitors alike.

"This is just the beginning," Congressman Johnson continued. "Investments like these are crucial for reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, improving air quality, and positioning our district and the state of Georgia as leaders in clean energy."

Other projects across the state receiving funding include energy audits, building upgrades, and workforce development initiatives, with approximately 60% of the funding directed toward disadvantaged communities.

For more information about the EECBG Program and the energy efficiency projects being implemented, visit gefa.georgia.gov/EECBG.

About the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA):
GEFA provides financing for energy, land, and water projects across Georgia. Since its establishment in 1986, GEFA has committed nearly $6 billion to local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to improve environmental infrastructure throughout the state.

About Congressman Hank Johnson:
Hank Johnson represents Georgia's 4th Congressional District, where he is a staunch advocate for civil rights, public safety, and economic justice. Learn more at https://hankjohnson.house.gov/