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The City of Los Angeles, in its ongoing quest to (apparently) make the planning approval process ever more complicated and costly, has a new Environmental Justice initiative. The goals of initiatives such as this one may be laudable. However, arguably the best way to address environmental justice is to improve housing affordability in less polluted parts of the City. Is potentially adding even more hoops to the process the best approach? What are your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/g4tNZrt6 #cityoflosangeles #cityofla #lacityplanning #environmentaljustice #housingaffordability #landuseplanning

?? Exciting news this week : The U.S Environmental Protection Agency has entrusted 11 organizations, including Fordham University and Research Triangle Institute, with the task of distributing $600M in grants set to tackle industrial pollution and disinvestment in communities across the nation. ? From local cleanups to workforce development, the Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program aims to make a tangible impact where it's needed most. ??Read more about this groundbreaking initiative in the original article here: https://lnkd.in/eMb7jb-b #EnvironmentalJustice #Grantmaking #CommunityDevelopment #Climate

Looking to transform a contaminated site into a thriving community space? A Brownfields Cleanup Grant could be the key!? From confirming eligibility to applying for the grant, our latest blog touches on everything you need to know to secure funding for environmental cleanup and redevelopment.? Learn the steps, tips, and how Leaaf Environmental can guide you through the process! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gVH9rUPJ #Brownfields #CommunityRevitalization #EnvironmentalCleanup #LeaafEnvironmental #GrantWriting??

Cook County Invites Public to Provide Input on Draft of First Ever Environmental Justice Policy Cook County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) is seeking input from the public on the County’s draft environmental justice (EJ) policy. This draft has been co-developed by an EJ internal working group, made up of County employees, and the EJ Community Advisory Committee. Once adopted by the County, the environmental justice policy will help inform and guide programming and policy decision-making across County bureaus and departments. The County is hosting a series of in-person and virtual town hall events this month. The following town halls have been scheduled: Tuesday, January 21 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Niles North High School 9800 N. Lawler Ave. Skokie, IL 60077 Wednesday, January 22 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Cicero Public Library 5225 W Cermak Rd. Cicero, IL 60804 Monday, January 27 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. South Suburban College 15800 State St. South Holland, IL 60473 Wednesday, January 29 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Virtual – Via Zoom Click here to register for the Zoom Session Monday, February 3 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Malcolm X College 1900 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612 To register for a town hall, please?click here: https://lnkd.in/dU8whU47 To learn more, review the policy and share your input, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dg5TTh_U Historically, communities of color and low-income communities have experienced disproportionate environmental burdens. Responding to the compounding effects of environmental inequities and preparing for additional challenges resulting from climate change are crucial aspects of the County’s strategic plan. The creation of an environmental justice policy was requested in the Cook County COVID-19 Response Plan, the Cook County Equity Fund Taskforce recommendations and in Cook County Board Resolution 23-1092. https://lnkd.in/d_gkZ6QN

?? Announcing the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Environmental Justice Clearinghouse! On April 21, 2023, President Biden’s Executive Order 14906 (https://lnkd.in/gS-XSPGr) established the Environmental Justice Clearinghouse, which is now accessible to all. This resource hub is designed to empower communities and stakeholders by providing a wealth of information and materials related to environmental justice efforts. ?? What You’ll Find in the EJ Clearinghouse: The EJ Clearinghouse offers a comprehensive collection of culturally and linguistically appropriate resources. These include research materials, policy updates, best practices, and actionable tools, all aimed at supporting environmental justice advocates and practitioners. Accessible Information: Resources are tailored to be accessible and useful to a diverse range of communities and stakeholders. Community Empowerment: Materials are designed to equip communities with the tools they need to advocate for and achieve environmental justice. ?? Contribute and Collaborate: Share Your Resources: Help enrich the Clearinghouse by submitting your own materials that could benefit others. Submit your resources through the EJ Clearinghouse submission form: https://lnkd.in/g2n4_Fh3

?? Funding opportunity for frontline communities doing environmental justice work in Middle Tennessee! I’m proud to serve on the Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund's Environmental Justice Advisory Board, where I’ve had the opportunity to learn a lot about how we can make grantmaking processes more equitable for frontline communities. This fall, we’re offering grants of up to $30,000 in three impactful areas: ?? Access to Green Space: Ensuring marginalized communities have equitable access to parks and natural areas through innovative outdoor teaching and conservation efforts. ?? Climate Justice: Supporting communities affected by climate change with initiatives that enhance resiliency, facilitate a just transition to renewable energy, and tackle challenges like flooding and invasive species. ?? Food Justice: Addressing agricultural land loss and advocating for marginalized communities to gain access to land and food resources. It’s crucial to recognize that funding can often serve as a barrier for frontline communities seeking to implement bold and innovative solutions to the environmental and social problems we face. This is a fantastic opportunity for those working in these areas to apply for flexible funding. LOI's are due November 4th. More information here: https://lnkd.in/eSn3QNM2 #Grants #Sustainability #Equity #ClimateJustice #FoodJustice #AccessToGreenSpace #CommunityResilience #EnvironmentalEquity #MaddoxFund

Many residents in the Mid-Atlantic region (including the NY metro area) would say they have driven past an abandoned property or old gas station in need of environmental remediation/cleanup. Since 2020, the Biden Administration and NJ Governor Murphy have signed legislation and earmarked funding to address environmental issues. Many concerns are disproportionately present in EJ communities - primarily those populated by those at or below the poverty line, minorities, and non-English speakers. According to the NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION's Environmental Justice (EJ) Map (https://lnkd.in/eqQ7qvJd) all of the state’s 21 counties contain at least one EJ or Overburdened Community (OBC). ?? Submitting a winning grant proposal requires understanding the funding goals and selection criteria. Most funders provide detailed application guidelines, and many offer on-line informational meetings, training sessions and pre-submittal reviews. In fact, according to last week’s Environmental Protection Network’s e-newsletter and website, the EPA announced that Community Change Grants (https://lnkd.in/g-Q9t_U5) applicants who submit by August 1st can get feedback and resubmit by the November 21st deadline. ??? Developing a strong proposal with your project’s objectives and methodology is essential. An impactful statement of need, including a detailed project description with well-defined goals, is also key. Budgets must be justified and include an evaluation plan to demonstrate how success will be measured. The project team’s proposed partnerships, expertise and experience are important factors to the decision makers. ?? Following submission, it is helpful to follow up and seek feedback. Building relationships with grant officers can pave the way for the future, and aligning with funders’ goals and demonstrating community involvement can significantly boost success rates. Forging solid partnerships with all stakeholders throughout the process also helps to affect real change in EJ communities. ? ?? At Urban Verde, we subscribe to funders’ e-newsletters, track their live and virtual informational events in a calendar, and attend - if applicable. We have found success in responding to specific criteria of each funding request with a thorough understanding of the background and intent of the funding agency’s decision makers. In fact, we recently helped a NJ municipality receive three sources of funding for a coastal restoration and climate resilience project which will include developing recreational and educational facilities. ?? If you have identified a remediation/cleanup project in an EJ community, please contact us or leave a comment below. We partner with community organizations, municipalities, institutions, foundations, or other non-profits seeking expertise in grant writing and environmental remediation for EJ communities. #grantwriting #EJ

How are you progressing towards Environmental Justice in your work and research? Environmental Justice is an essential consideration for all sectors of our society. It is a starting point to build a future where all people have access to clean water, clean air, safe living environments, and access to the benefits of society. This means equal protections from hazards and wastes for all people, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, or other imposed and historical power imbalances. The Whitehouse recently released the Environmental Justice Science, Data and Research Plan, with fours themes: Enhancing meaningful involvement and engagement of the public Fortifying just treatment, equitable access, and protection from environmental injustice Strengthening work and partnership with non-federal entities Institutionalizing environmental justice I am working my way through the 50-page document which contains many recommendations that inspire and align with my work. One example is from institutionalizing EJ: "...expanding staff training to include community engagement strategies and building multidisciplinary teams with expertise (including expertise gained through lived experiences) can help agencies better ask and answer questions relevant to advancing environmental justice." Does your work fit into these themes or outside of them? How does this plan and the concept of EJ in general make you feel?

Atmos Foundation is proud to announce that we’ve been awarded the Brownfields Job Training US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Grant in partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. This grant will allow Atmos Foundation to train 100 individuals for environmental cleanup and revitalization jobs in the Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas. Through this initiative, we’re equipping individuals with critical skills and certifications, building a sustainable workforce, and driving community revitalization and environmental stewardship. Atmos Foundation is committed to making a lasting impact in our communities! #EPA #AtmosFoundation #EnvironmentalJobs #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityImpact #Sustainability #EnvironmentalJustice