Environmental Incentives, LLC

We’re counting down the days until California Stormwater Quality Association's 2024 Annual Conference, where EI’s Megan Caiola Chery and Chad Praul will join thought leaders from California and beyond to share innovative solutions for sustainable stormwater management. Be sure to tune in for these sessions featuring our clients and partners: ? 1:30pm Municipal Programs Track—discover how the County of San Diego’s trailblazing Waterscape Rebate Program engaged hundreds of residents to make real changes on their landscapes that improve water quality. Our partners will share results, lessons learned, and success stories from this exciting initiative. ? 2:00pm Municipal Programs Track—learn about “Building on a Successful Private Property Incentives Program: Treating Impervious Surface on HOA Land.” Our partners from OC Public Works will share how the Orange County Stormwater Program is building on results and innovating by focusing on treating MS4 impervious surface, workforce development, and new types of partnerships. ? 4:00pm Stormwater Capture and One Water Solutions Track—learn why when it comes to improving water quality and reducing water use, stacked incentives are a win-win-win in a panel moderated by Chad Praul and featuring our clients and partners Scott Norris, Grant Sharp, and Tia Fleming. #CASQA #waterefficiency #stormwater #stackedincentives

We’re looking forward to joining our clients and partners at the California Stormwater Quality Association's 2024 Annual Conference in just two weeks! EI’s stormwater experts, Megan Caiola Chery and Chad Praul will join fellow practitioners to address a wide range of challenges, share innovative approaches, and inspire solutions together. We’re especially excited for three sessions on Monday, October 21 featuring our clients and partners: ? 1:30 pm Municipal Programs Track: “Results of a Private Property Incentive Program: Proof It Makes an Impact and Brings New Funding” featuring Scott Norris of County of San Diego. ? 2:00pm Municipal Programs Track: “Building on a Successful Private Property Incentives Program: Treating Impervious Surface on HOA Land” featuring Grant Sharp of County of Orange Public Works. ? 4:00pm Stormwater Capture and One Water Solutions Track: “Private Property Incentive Programs: Why Are Agencies Investing Now?” A panel featuring, Scott Norris, Grant Sharp, and Tia Fleming of California Water Efficiency Partnership and moderated by Chad Praul. We hope you’ll join us there! #CASQA #stormwater #waterefficiency

When it comes to cracking the nut to prepare for accelerated climate change a systems approach is key! We so enjoyed diving into the complex factors that drive outcomes with experts across sectors during Connexus Corporation's Cracking the Nut Conference this week! Thanks to those that joined us for a vibrant conversation about the dynamics between land use change and climate impacts during our breakout session “Exploring the Drivers of Land Conversion in Sub-Saharan Africa.” For more information check out: ?? The original study published in Agriculture Systems and conducted under USAID’s Measuring Impact II: https://lnkd.in/euh-7MdF ?? The accompanying Learning Brief: https://lnkd.in/eQ5gPgTH We look forward to continuing the conversation and collaboration! #CTN24 #systemsmapping Katie (Katherine) Safford Nick Valcourt Katherine Connolly

In just one week EI's Katie (Katherine) Safford and Nick Valcourt, Executive Director at Open Water Systems, will be presenting at the Cracking the Nut conference in Abuja, Nigeria. Join us on Tuesday at 2:45 in the Edo Room for "Exploring Drivers of Land Conversion in Sub-Saharan Africa." Katie and Nick will guide participants in a vibrant conversation about using systems tools to bridge the gap between research and practice for climate smart interventions with smallholder farmers. Come learn how systems tools can support programs to prepare for accelerated climate change. Thanks to Connexus Corporation and Credo Advisory for hosting us! #CTN24 #climatechange #systemsthinking

Have you enrolled in USAID's new Theory of Change Fundamentals Training? In our latest blog, originally posted on USAID Learning Lab, EI's Perry J. Pockros, CPF and Kelsey Schueler dive into a rich discussion about the new training and how it can shape more effective development outcomes. If you’ve ever wondered how to connect evidence, action, and long-term outcomes, this conversation is a must-read! Join us as we explore the context and complexity underpinning "if-then" statements and how teams can use this framework to advance adaptive management. Curious to learn more? Read the full interview here: https://hubs.la/Q02R44990 #adaptivemanagement #theoryofchange #evidence #action

We’re #hiring a Contracts and Grants Manager! Are you passionate about contracts, compliance, and making a positive impact in the world? Environmental Incentives is seeking a?Contracts and Grants Manager?to support our project teams and help build organizational capacity. If you have USAID compliance experience and want to be part of a purpose driven, growing company that’s making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now?and help us drive impactful change. https://lnkd.in/eMfzTT2J

Today’s the day! We’re looking forward to kicking off one of our favorite conferences—American Water Works Association's WaterSmart Innovations! Water-strained areas across the country are working to advance innovative solutions for water efficiency and conservation. Be sure to join us tomorrow at 3:30pm in Napa Rooms C & D to learn “How to Teach an HOA to Replace Non-functional Grass”. In this exciting presentation Megan Caiola Chery will share how innovative partnerships and program models broke down barriers to help HOAs independently transform nearly 400,000 square feet of non-functional turf grass and continue to take out more on their own. #WSI24 #WaterSupply #WaterConservation #WaterEfficency https://hubs.ly/Q02QRbCJ0

It’s September, so it’s time for one of my favorite conferences! I’m looking forward to seeing old #waterefficiency friends and connecting with new leaders from around the country at American Water Works Association’s WaterSmart Innovations Conference next week. Let me know if you'll be there! #WSI2024 #waterefficiency I’m looking forward to sharing some lessons learned from new program models in Southern California that are accelerating turf replacement on HOA and CII properties. Come learn what HOAs really need to succeed with turf replacement, and then hear from Sarah LaVoy, MPA, MSES on new resources from US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help take your HOA programs to the next level!?

We're #hiring a Water Resources Senior Associate to join our Southern California team! This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to meet the climate imperative and address critical water issues in California. If you have experience successfully managing performance-driven water projects and sustaining client relationships, we would love for you join us in leading an essential part of EI’s work in Southern California! If you want to contribute to measurable change for climate adaptation and achieve on-the-ground impact, apply today! Know someone who'd be a great fit? Share this opportunity with your network! https://hubs.la/Q02Qws0-0

This summer I’ve had the opportunity to dive into the world of water affordability through our new partnership with the EPA Office of Water and Ross Strategic. As water rates continue to rise and water infrastructure continues to age, it’s essential to address the economic challenges faced by both water utilities and their customers.? I’m looking forward to joining Megan Caiola Chery at American Water Works Association’s WaterSmart Innovations Conference next week to engage in conversations about the future of water affordability. Drop a line if you’ll be there as well!? #WSI24 #WaterSmartInnovations #WaterAffordability #Sustainability #WaterConservation?