California Strategic Growth Council的动态

Earlier this summer, we released the first brief from their Housing and Climate Equity series. It took a deep dive into federally funded programs from the IRA and IIJA that directly benefit EJ communities and low-income tenants. In this second brief, Just Solutions and Ground Works Consulting embarked on a landscape scan and needs assessment by interviewing thirteen EJ leaders, including three from grasstops organizations and ten from grassroots advocacy and coalition organizations. This brief takes a bottom-up approach to assess the innovative practices at the intersection of climate and housing justice emerging from EJ organizations and the needs on the ground to amplify this crucial work. Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q02RxCqY0 Authors: Miriam Zuk, Ph.D., Idalmis Vaquero, Zully Juarez, MURP., and Lin Chin.

Disinvested neighborhoods across the U.S. are experiencing severe impacts from climate change. However, new federal funding targeted at sustainability and resilience presents a significant opportunity for healthcare systems and community development organizations to join forces. Build Healthy Places Network's latest crosswalk highlights cross-sector collaborations leveraging federal investments to address climate change and improve public health. In cities like New Orleans, local nonprofits are already making strides in climate mitigation and community empowerment. From addressing flooding to building affordable housing, cross-sector partnerships are vital for creating healthier and more resilient communities, explore the resource here: https://bit.ly/3M6MQyE #ClimateChange #CommunityResilience #Healthcare #EnvironmentalJustice #Partnerships #FederalFunding

Disinvested neighborhoods across the U.S. are experiencing severe impacts from climate change. However, new federal funding targeted at sustainability and resilience presents a significant opportunity for healthcare systems and community development organizations to join forces. Build Healthy Places Network latest crosswalk highlights cross-sector collaborations leveraging federal investments to address climate change and improve public health. In cities like New Orleans, local nonprofits are already making strides in climate mitigation and community empowerment. From addressing flooding to building affordable housing, cross-sector partnerships are vital for creating healthier and more resilient communities, explore the resource here: https://bit.ly/3M6MQyE #ClimateChange #CommunityResilience #Healthcare #EnvironmentalJustice #Partnerships #FederalFunding

Today’s National Public Health Week theme is “Climate Change.” It’s the perfect opportunity to spotlight a community partner - @Southside ReLeaf. Last month, we kicked off our first The Equity Equation series focused on life expectancy disparities. One of our panelists was @amywentz, co-founder of Southside ReLeaf. The community-based nonprofit is committed to environmental justice in South Richmond, VA, which has a 20-year gap in life expectancy compared to other areas in the region. A recent study found that areas of Southside Richmond were up to 16 degrees hotter than other parts of the city with more trees and plants. ?? ?? Southside ReLeaf focuses on improving the life expectancy and quality of life for Southside residents by increasing green spaces, reducing pollution and improving infrastructure. To learn more about life expectancy disparities and how its effecting Richmond communities, watch the webinar recording here: https://lnkd.in/e-Ya4gna To learn more about Southside Releaf, visit: https://lnkd.in/enFQDeen. #Nationalpublichealthweek #NPHW

Redlining and Flooding – Breaking the Cycle of Disinvestment Such an educational webinar diving into the history of redlining in New York City and how systemic racism and inequality has impacted socially vulnerable neighborhoods from preparing for the climate crisis. Solutions to address climate justice include: ?Empowering Communities from the Start: Involve community members right from the project’s inception. This isn’t just about checking boxes for public outreach; it’s about genuinely understanding their goals and needs so that these insights can shape the outcomes that truly matter to them. ?Building Bridges through Training and Empowerment: Equip community members with the tools and knowledge they need to advocate for themselves through training. Establish task forces that amplify their voices and concerns throughout the process, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. ?Championing Equity in Green Infrastructure: Address the imbalance where only wealthier neighborhoods benefit from green improvements. Low-income communities often face the brunt of climate challenges like flooding. In parallel, we must tackle housing security (gentrification) and affordability alongside city resilience efforts, ensuring families can stay in their homes or find safe alternatives within their means. Thank you to Waterfront Alliance and all the speakers for bringing these important conversations to Climate Week NYC! ?gita nandan from thread collective ?Candida Rodriguez from Groundwork Hudson Valley ?Arianna Salazar-Miranda from Yale School of the Environment ?chauncy young from New Settlement ?Furhana Husani, WEDG from Waterfront Alliance #WaterfrontAlliance #Redlining #Bluelining #SocialEquity #ClimateJustice #Community #Empowerment #ClimateLeadership #ClimateInfluencers #ClimateWeekNYC

Washington, D.C.-based #USGBC will actively partner with #USGBCCalifornia to help support the rapid decarbonization of the?California?economy and improve the health, resilience, environmental quality, and social equity of?California?communities by improving the design, construction, and operation of buildings. They will also work together to grow a thriving, diverse coalition of organizations and professionals committed to improving the?California?built environment and positively influencing state and local policy outcomes. Cheers to the advancement ahead for the entire state of California! U.S. Green Building Council U.S. Green Building Council - U.S. Market Insights

?? The Strategic Growth Council voted unanimously to approve $5 million in grant funding through the new Community Resilience Centers program to support communities as they build resilience to climate change. The Council awarded Planning Grants to 11 low-income, disadvantaged, rural, unincorporated, and tribal communities across the State. The Community Resilience Centers Program Planning Grant funding will support communities in developing plans for future implementation or operation of neighborhood-level community resilience center facilities and related programming. Selected projects will address community-voiced goals of energy independence, workforce development, food security, emergency response, and tribal sovereignty. The Community Resilience Centers will work toward these community-identified priorities year-round, in addition to providing respite during climate and other emergencies. Congratulations to the Planning Grantees! Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice, Mattole Restoration Council, UDW / AFSCME Local 3930, Ojai Valley Fire Safe Council, Native Roots Network, City of Redding, Santa Ana Building Healthy Communities, Greenbelt Alliance, Fernande?o Tataviam Band of Mission Indians, Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation, and Cahuilla Band of Indians San Bernardino County, County of Humboldt, County of San Diego, County of Ventura, Shasta County, Orange County, County of Santa Clara, County of Los Angeles, Del Norte County, and County of Riverside Press Release ??:https://lnkd.in/gNy3xjTG #CommunityResilience #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableDevelopment

Having just wrapped up a book on climate adaptive development, I was asked to co-author an op-ed on the Mayor of Seattle's Comprehensive Plan update. It's pretty bad for a mayor who confessed to being concerned about future generations, affordable housing, or climate. Did anyone even read the report?? Seattle used to be a front runner on housing, and while we've never been the climate leader that we could and should be - this plan will be a giant step backwards on all of those fronts. Less space for trees. less biodiversity. Less #urbanheatisland mitigation. Less walkability. Less affordable housing. Fewer housing options. More density and affordable housing limited to toxic arterials and stroads. It's also not even written with the Seattle Transportation Plan in mind. Pretty grim. We need more #sustainablemobility, #climateaction, and #publichealth in our #urbanplanning processes... #citiesforpeople #publichealth #passivhaus #stadtplanung #climateadaptation #naturebasedsolutions #biodiversity https://lnkd.in/gJZEwdaY

If you pop your head up from time to time and put yourself out there, you’re going to cop some flak from detractors who are often have the loudest voices. Some may wonder why I’m getting involved – my motivation is simple: the community is wanting to see this project progress. I am sharing this information because it serves as an important platform for sharing updates on important matters. We hope you will agree that this is an important matter of community interest for the local Trigg-Scarborough community. HAVE YOUR SAY in less than <5 min on the Trigg-Scarborough Coastal Boardwalk access path. This survey is community-led, conducted independently of the City, by the community for the community. Proposals for a boardwalk have been raised since as early as 2005, and we are now seeking community input on a potential boardwalk that would allow the community to enjoy a safe and enjoyable user experience with careful consideration given to environmental impacts and protection. There has been much debate on how the community feel about Trigg-Scarborough Coastal Boardwalk, including levels of support and opposition and now is the time to have your say. Complete Survey Here https://lnkd.in/gAg8Ta4J Please share this survey link with others, regardless of your position, as we respect the views of all groups

We can't wait for you all to dive into "What's Possible," a timely and critical book on the #climatecrisis slated for release next month. This joint endeavor between Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and Enterprise Community Partners showcases essays from esteemed climate and community development experts, offering innovative solutions on #decarbonization, #resilience, and #equity, including from our very own Madeline Fraser Cook as well LISC’s Boston and Phoenix offices, all of them at the front lines of the critical work of community climate resiliency and sustainability.? ?? The urgency of the #climatecrisis demands immediate action to fortify our communities, ensuring they are stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Our new book is an important resource and guide, and a great place to start.?https://lnkd.in/ecFuuD4X