ICLEI USA

Recent federal actions, including paused climate funding, Justice40 rollbacks, and efforts to exit the Paris Agreement, are deeply concerning. Despite the federal setbacks, local governments across the U.S. are leading the charge toward a sustainable and equitable future. For over 30 years, ICLEI USA has supported local governments in addressing climate challenges like extreme heat, floods, wildfires, and water scarcity. We provide: ? Technical assistance to advance climate and sustainability plans.? ??: https://lnkd.in/g9DiD3By ? Implementation guidance to transform plans into tangible outcomes. ??: https://lnkd.in/ge3b2YBC ? Capacity-building cohorts to build skills and share best practices. ??: https://lnkd.in/giPtkcV5 ? Global engagement through progress reporting and mini-COP events. This year, the launch of the Local Diplomacy Unit is an exciting step forward, fostering collaboration between cities worldwide to tackle shared challenges and create innovative solutions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gR6MezCk Local leadership and collaboration are the heart of climate action. Ready to join the ICLEI network and continue to make a difference? Join here: https://lnkd.in/gbsFQJGh #ClimateAction #LocalLeadership #ParisAgreement #Sustainability #ResilientCommunities #ICLEI # #ICLEIUSA

Welcome Kristi Kimball to the ICLEI USA team as the Director of Strategy and Investment Fund! In this role, Kristi will support the organization’s growth, development, partnerships, and impact nationwide. She will oversee the Municipal Investment Fund, which allocates $60 million to local governments, Tribes, and their not-for-profit partners to speed up clean energy projects across 104 communities in the country. Our new development team will focus on expanding ICLEI USA’s regranting program to assist hundreds of communities in building capacity and accelerating their climate mitigation and resilience efforts during this critical decade for climate action. We are happy to have you as part of our team! Meet the whole team here: https://lnkd.in/gM_NMpZB #ICLEIUSA #Team #Leadership

Thank you to King County Climate Director Marissa Aho, AICP! Marissa is committed to advancing climate resilience as a member of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire Safe Recovery. With her experience as Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Los Angeles—where she developed the “Resilient Los Angeles” strategy—Aho brings invaluable expertise to shaping a sustainable and climate-prepared future for Los Angeles County. Click here to learn more about the Blue Ribbon Commission- https://lnkd.in/g9x7UtuR UCLA King County Executive Climate Office (ECO)

Now Accepting Applications: Colorado Resilience Engine Internship Program! ICLEI USA is launching an internship program to support local governments in Colorado by placing interns with host organizations to advance resilience initiatives and develop a skilled workforce for future climate resilience planning. Key Details: ? This competitive program will select five host organizations and five interns. ? All applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Program Information Packet before applying to ensure eligibility. Found here: https://lnkd.in/gKC_5MTX Important Dates: ?? Host Organization Applications: Due March 20, 2025, by 5 PM MT ?? Internship Applications: Accepted on a rolling basis, with interviews from March 10–21, 2025 This program is made possible by the Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine (CO-WY Engine), led by Innosphere and funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), with support from Colorado OEDIT. ?? Learn more & apply here: https://lnkd.in/gAezK45j #Internship #Colorado #Hiring #Resilience #Adaptation #ICLEIUSA

Welcome Azadeh Ebrahim! We are thrilled to announce that Azadeh Ebrahim is joining the ICLEI USA team as our new Admin Support Role. With over 13 years of experience in administrative supervision, Azadeh brings a wealth of organizational and leadership skills to our team. Before joining ICLEI USA, Azadeh worked with Negin Shahr Ayandeh Consulting Engineers (NESHA), a private company where she honed her skills in team coordination and collaboration with managers. Meet our whole team here: https://lnkd.in/gM_NMpZB #ICLEIUSA #Team

It is Member News Monday: Celebrating ICLEI USA's Member Accomplishments! We are showcasing the stories and successes of our ICLEI USA members. From cutting carbon emissions by nearly half to engaging the community in Climate Plans, our members lead the way in sustainability. They're driving innovation and leaving a lasting impact on communities nationwide. 1??Brigid Shea, ICLEI USA Board Chair & Travis County Commissioner, TX- https://lnkd.in/grw4ZqtZ 2??Milwaukee County, WI Achieves 48% Carbon Emission Reduction Since 2005- https://lnkd.in/giBsQdVn 3??New Orleans, LA Impact of the Urban Heat Island Effect in the Hollygrove Dixon Neighborhood- https://lnkd.in/gHP6D-Xs 4??Olympia, WA Invites Public Input on Climate Element of Comprehensive Plan- https://lnkd.in/g3_63Tb8 #MemberNews #ICLEIUSA #ClimateNews #Resilience #Sustainability

“Everyone in this room knows that everything is interconnected,” Tomer Shalit, Co-Founder & CPO of ClimateView, on Transition Elements Interconnection during our second ClearPath 2.0 webinar: Introduction to ClearPath 2.0: A Global Framework for U.S. Sustainable Planning. ClearPath 2.0's interface is easy to use, so local governments can examine each element that impacts climate sustainability goals and create a big-picture understanding of how to implement change. To watch the full webinar and more of Tomer’s insight on Transition Elements Interconnection head here: Introduction to ClearPath 2.0: A global framework for U.S. sustainable planning | ICLEI USA ?#ClimateAction #LocalGovernments #ClearPath #ICLEIUSA

Attention ICLEI USA network! Our friends at New York State Energy Research and Development Authority are hiring! NYSERDA is hiring for a ‘Project Manager, Communities and Local Governments’ position. The position will support the continued success and evolution of the Clean Energy Communities program and other initiatives that advance decarbonization at the local level. Apply and read more here: https://lnkd.in/gpm9C8Np #Hiring #NewYorkState

Welcome Jessica Grannis as ICLEI USA's new Director of Programs! In this role, Jess oversees the execution of ICLEI USA’s support for local governments as they navigate our five Pathways: zero emissions, resilience, equity, nature-based solutions, and circular economy. She served as a senior advisor to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), supporting execution of Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law programs. Previously, she oversaw the National Coastal Resilience Fund at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and held roles as interim vice president for coastal conservation and director of coastal resilience at the National Audubon Society. She directed the adaptation program for the Georgetown Climate Center for over ten years and began her work on resilience as staff counsel for the California State Coastal Conservancy and the Ocean Protection Council. She also served on the American Society of Adaptation Professionals Board of Directors. Jess holds an LLM from Georgetown University Law Center, a JD from the UC San Francisco College of the Law, and a BA from the University of Chicago. We’re excited to have you as part of our team! #Leadership #Team #ICLEIUSA

We're launching the Climate Resilience Engine Internship Program! ICLEI USA is launching a climate resilience internship program to support local governments in Colorado by placing interns with host organizations to advance resilience initiatives and build a skilled workforce for future planning. Funded by the NSF-backed Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine, this competitive program will select five host organizations and five interns. Host Organization Applications: Due by March 20, 2025, at 5 PM MT Internship Applications: Accepted on a rolling basis, with interviews scheduled between March 10–21, 2025 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gAezK45j Innosphere National Science Foundation (NSF) #Internship #Colorado #Hiring #Resilience #Adaptation #ICLEIUSA