From 2018 to 2023, the Investment and Innovation program supported efforts to reduce the environmental and health impacts from waste in greater Portland. The strategic investments advanced progress toward achieving multiple goals of the 2030 Regional Waste Plan and Metro’s Strategic Plan to Advance Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. To learn more about the awarded grants and impacts of the funding across the region, see the program annual reports linked below.
In 2024, following a careful evaluation, Metro discontinued the Investment and Innovation program to focus on other priorities. This decision reflects a thoughtful balancing of resources and ensuring that investments have the greatest impact. We encourage interested parties to explore new funding streams as they become available and will continue to share updates on opportunities to advance sustainability and equity in our region. The assessment report is available below.