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Community Change Grants: Michigan Support Webinar and Survey Link
The Michigan Office of the Environmental Justice Public Advocate, Office of Climate and Energy and the Michigan Infrastructure Office hosted a webinar in January 2024 called "Community Change Grants: Michigan Support Webinar." A link to the recording is provided as well as a link to an interest survey.
Metropolis Planet: Illinois Extension selected to establish environmental assistance center
Metropolis Planet covers the Great Lakes TCTAC and University of Illinois Extension's role within it.
2024 CERTs Seed Grants awarded to 45 community-based clean energy projects
CERTs has awarded seed grants to 45 inspiring energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in communities across Minnesota.
A2 and EPN Co-hosting Monthly Virtual Discussions
The Anthropocene Alliance and the Environmental Protection Network is co-hosting monthly virtual discussions on the second Wednesday of every month. The discussions will focus on federal funding and other topics of interest for frontline and environmental justice communities nationally.
EPN Application Guides for Community Change Grants - Track 1 & Track 2
To help applicants as they work through their Community Change Grant Applications, EPN has created a suggested 6-step application process for Track I and Track II—including a suggested timeline.
University of Illinois Extension Launches Thriving Communities Webinar Series
The Thriving Communities Webinar Series, kicking off in January 2024, is a part of University of Illinois Extension’s effort to build capacity for technical assistance and education aimed to help communities navigate energy- and environment-related federal grant application systems, provide guidance on community inclusion, and lead community-specific strategic planning.
UMN's Environmental Justice Assistance Center Prepares to Launch; Aims to 'Change the Dynamics' of Funding Green Projects
The center, led by Humphrey School faculty, has goals of equitable funding and hands-on help for underserved communities.
Transitioning to a Clean Energy Economy: Illinois Extension hosts 3 part webinar series
Great Lakes TCTAC Partner Illinois Extension hosted a 3 part webinar series focused on opportunities available to rural communities in Illinois related to the energy transition.
CECorps Pro Bono Engineering Services Assist Veteran’s Support Nonprofit
Great Lakes TCTAC partner Community Engineering Corps recently partnered with a non-profit to build a community center and a tiny home community for Veterans in need of shelter and community during times of transition.
CERTs 2023 Seed Grants RFP and Application
CERTs is looking to award seed grants to communities for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects within Minnesota