The TCTAC Initiative was created to ensure that communities most impacted by environmental and climate issues receive the technical support they need to access federal funding. Through this initiative, local organizations and businesses get the tools and guidance to drive positive change, especially under the Justice40 Initiative, which directs 40% of certain federal investments to underserved areas. Learn more about TCTAC here.

The TCTAC program supports communities that have been historically marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution and climate change. Whether you're part of a community-based organization or a local business, TCTACs provide critical technical assistance so you can make the most of the federal funds aimed at environmental justice and community resilience.

The South Central TCTAC, serving EPA Region 6, is run by a coalition of ten partners, including New Mexico State University, LifeCity, Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center, Beloved Communities, Santa Fe Green Chamber of Commerce, the Inter-Tribal Council of Louisiana, Arkansas Capital, Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association, Together Louisiana, and other affiliated partners. Each partner brings specialized knowledge to ensure businesses and community organizations across the region get the support they need to thrive. Learn more about our partner network here.

Environmental justice is about fairness. It's ensuring that communities most affected by pollution and climate change—often low-income or marginalized—get their fair share of support and resources. By addressing these imbalances, we can create healthier, more resilient communities for everyone. Learn more about Environmental Justice here.

The South Central TCTAC covers EPA Region 6, which includes Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and 66 Tribal Nations. This region is home to diverse communities, and the TCTAC works to ensure all benefit from environmental and climate-related federal investments.