Join Us For The Next Climate Justice Working Group Meeting 

The Climate Justice Working Group (CJWG) is tasked with establishing criteria for identifying disadvantaged communities for the purposes of co-pollutant reductions, greenhouse gas emissions reductions, regulatory impact statements, and the allocation of investments pursuant to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.

The next CJWG virtual meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 15 at 12 p.m.

CJWG is comprised of representatives from Environmental Justice communities statewide, including three members from New York City communities, three members from rural communities, and three members from urban communities in upstate New York, as well as representatives from the state departments of Environmental Conservation, Health, Labor, and NYSERDA.

Consistent with Executive Orders issued by Governor Cuomo and in keeping with measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19, the meeting will be conducted by teleconference. Members of the public are welcome to listen to the meeting via webcast. Register now.

Alternatively, you can dial 1+1-518-549-0500 Access code: 161 982 1054#

This meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Climate Act website within three days, or as soon as practicable.

The Deadline for Community Impact Grants is July 1, 2021

Don't wait until the last minute! Start your application for DEC's Environmental Justice Community Impact Grants today. Since 2006, DEC's Community Impact Grants program has provided funding for projects that address environmental and public health threats in low-income and minority communities.

Currently, $4.1 million is available for community-based organizations to fully or partially fund projects that address environmental justice related concerns including, but not limited to environmental research, community gardens, tree plantings, education and curriculum development, urban farming training, habitat restoration, and the monitoring of air, and water quality.

Organizations can apply to receive up to $100,000 in funding. These grants have helped communities generate data through community-based science and have helped to engage residents in addressing and understanding the challenges and opportunities for improving community health, safety, and sustainability.

The deadline to submit your application is Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 3 p.m. EST. 

Make sure to pre-qualify in the Grants Gateway

Potential applicants may view the request for applications now (PDF) . All applicants must prequalify through the Grants Gateway -- please enter Community Impact in the search function.