Investing in transportation solutions to combat climate change The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) funds a wide range of projects designed to improve air quality by reducing carbon dioxide emissions from on-road highway sources. This covers activities from installing infrastructure to support the electrification of freight vehicles or personal cars, to constructing bus rapid transit corridors, to facilitating micromobility and biking. Under the CRP, states develop carbon reduction strategies in consultation with metropolitan planning organizations, like the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), to identify projects and strategies tailored to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. During the most recent call in 2023, CMAP awarded more than $135 million to four projects. The CMAQ, CRP, & TAP Project Selection Committee provides overall guidance for CRP development. Sign up for the transportation newsletter to learn when the next call for projects opens in 2024. Current CRP projects CMAP developed a $135 million, five-year program of four CRP projects that will improve air quality and reduce the impacts of climate change. What does the CRP fund? The CRP funds transportation projects that reduce CO2 emissions by promoting the use of alternatives to single-occupant vehicle trips. These may include projects and strategies supporting public transportation, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, and shared or pooled vehicle trips. Specific examples of eligible projects include: Construction or purchase of new public transportation facilities and equipment Construction of bicycle or pedestrian facilities Promotion of alternative travel modes, including ridesharing Intelligent Transportation Systems Certain traffic control measures such as traffic signal coordination, intersection improvements, and incident management Projects that improve traffic flow which are eligible under the CMAQ program Who can apply? A CRP project sponsor must be a local government — county, municipality, township, park district, or forest preserve district — state agency, or transit agency. Other entities can apply but must partner with an eligible applicant. Resources CMAQ, CRP, and TAP program management and resources Transportation call for projects On this page Current CRP projectsWhat does the CRP fund?Who can apply?Resources Upcoming events Event date/start date 13 Sep Transportation Committee meeting Event time 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Event date/start date 09 Oct Joint CMAP Board and MPO Policy Committee meeting Event time 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Related data and resources Click to read CMAQ, CRP, & TAP Project Selection Committee Click to read CMAQ, CRP, & TAP Project Selection Committee Click to read CMAQ, CRP, & TAP Program Management Resources Regional spotlight Click to read Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in northeastern Illinois Click to read Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in northeastern Illinois Transportation News Newsletter sign-up Opens in a modal ON TO 2050 related recommendations Click to read Intensify climate mitigation efforts Environment Click to read Fully fund the region’s transportation system Mobility Click to read Enhance the region’s approach to transportation programming Mobility Click to read Make transit more competitive Mobility Click to read Build regionally significant projects Mobility Click to read Leverage the transportation network to promote inclusive growth Mobility Click to read Improve travel safety Mobility