Obama gives cities $15M bump in climate funds

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The White House announced a $15 million bump in funding Monday to help cities confront climate change by reducing their energy consumption.

The funding is part of a much bigger $80 million package to mark the beginning of SmartCities Week. The funding is meant to promote the role of cities in improving transportation efficiency and emergency preparedness, in addition to promoting a cleaner environment.

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