The effects of climate change often hit Michigan’s most vulnerable communities hardest, prompting state environmental organizations to take action.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, or EGLE, has launched the Michigan Justice40 Accelerator program in partnership with Elevate and the Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition. Under the initiative, 25 non-profits in underserved areas across the state will apply for federal money for clean energy projects.
Regina Strong is an environmental justice advocate with the state of Michigan. She explained what the groups will accomplish over a 12 month period.
“Basically build capacity and learn the ins and outs of ways to apply for federal and state money and all the things they need to hopefully address the challenges in the communities where they exist.” Strong said.
Strong says communities interested in the assistance need to apply by August 1. Organizations must present an idea for addressing climate change in their community, which could include projects related to resilient infrastructure, clean energy, and energy efficiency.
