Climate United

It’s time to put communities in the driver’s seat on the road to a greener future – especially those who have historically been left out and left behind. That’s why Climate United is removing financial barriers to climate projects for every American, because we need everyone at the table to shape a more equitable, sustainable future. ?? Sign up for our newsletter for the latest news on our partnerships: https://lnkd.in/g3KGPpW3

Last month, we invested $31.8 million to make Arkansas a leader in clean energy production. In partnership with Scenic Hill Solar, we’re bringing a project to life that will transform the University of Arkansas System — bringing cleaner air, lower utility bills, local jobs, and millions of dollars in energy savings to rural communities. Keep an eye on our page for more on this project. ?????

We're thrilled to announce Climate United NEXT ?? a $30M pre-development grant program that will help communities deploy the next generation of clean energy projects. ?? Our first round of grants will provide up to $300k in direct funding to Native communities, unlocking capital for critical solutions like community solar, green buildings, and electric transportation. ?Want to apply in the future? This is just the beginning of a long-term program that will bridge clean energy financing gaps for low-income, rural and tribal communities. Learn more at the link below. ?? https://lnkd.in/eTx9heGT

More than 3.3 million Americans are building their careers in clean energy, and this number keeps rising. One of our greatest opportunities now is raising awareness that these impactful jobs and on-site training programs are available — and can transform lives. “As people in the community make more money, the standard of the community raises up. We improve housing and everything in process.” https://lnkd.in/eM2wJdYq

Our team continues to grow! We are #hiring a Director of Accounting and Finance, along with a Senior Accountant. Apply via the links below. Director of Accounting and Finance: https://bit.ly/4flTn5v Senior Accountant: https://bit.ly/3Cr0k6X

The Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act is reshaping the landscape for public infrastructure projects. #BuildAmericaBuyAmerica requires that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in these projects be produced in the U.S. Next Tuesday's webinar will explore key compliance requirements, reporting and documentation, and best practices for navigating these regulations. Understanding: The Build America, Buy America Act ???Date: November 19 ??Time: 1:00 PM (ET) Register now and submit your questions in advance: https://lnkd.in/eApCk_a2

We are #hiring a Director of Equitable Workforce and a Senior Strategist, Digital Communications! Join us as we develop and execute strategies to make sure no one is left behind in the transition to a thriving green American economy. #GreenJobs #ClimateJobs https://lnkd.in/eHVcnA-9 https://lnkd.in/epx5xNme

Last week, Climate United announced a $250 million program to provide affordable leases for battery electric drayage trucks to small fleet owners. But what's a drayage truck? And how do electric trucks benefit small businesses and families? ?? Our goal is to make sure no one is left behind in the transition to electric vehicles, especially small businesses who don't have the capital to cover higher upfront costs of battery electric trucks. This project will not only help small fleet owner-operators lead the transition, but it will also reduce the negative health impacts of diesel pollution in port communities while decreasing emissions by an estimated 50,000 tons of CO2 per year.

Climate United is a national coalition helping Americans access affordable clean energy. For over 50 years, our coalition partners at Calvert Impact , The Community Preservation Corporation, and Self-Help Credit Union have invested in communities that need it most, bringing economic opportunity to communities across the country. Core to this work is removing financial barriers so every American benefits from good-paying jobs, lower energy bills, and better public health. We work with a broad network of community lenders, small businesses, developers, nonprofits, and state and local governments across the U.S. to ensure our investments serve American workers and families, no matter their income or zip code. And we’re just getting started: ?? We’ve invested $32M in a solar project in Arkansas that will deliver $120M in benefits to hard-working communities in rural America. ?? We committed up to $250M to purchasing up to 500 heavy-duty trucks to save money for small businesses in port communities. ?? We are committed to delivering capital to communities that have historically been left behind — including but not limited to rural, tribal, and urban areas in all 50 states and territories. By filling gaps in project finance, building markets, and leveraging private investment alongside public funds, we will generate economic opportunity, create good-paying jobs, grow a domestic clean energy industry, and transform the lives of Americans in communities across the U.S. Let’s get to work!

We are in the early, early days of zero emission trucks, and the fun part of the s-curve is still ahead. This Canary Media Inc. article helps explain how our new collaboration with Climate United will really help the market transition accelerate. If you are a drayage fleet working California's ports, Ron A Hunt can help you get in on low-cost truck financing. If you are a BCO shipping through West Coast ports and are interested in moving your goods with the emissions, get in touch -- one of our customer-fleets can help. https://lnkd.in/gPR8UArY