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Sustainability Spotlight: 

Preparing for the Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Journey

Join Green Umbrella as we dive deeper in our efforts to build an equitable and inclusive environmental movement in our region. On Thursday, January 28 from 10 am-12 pm, we will host, "Preparing for the Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Journey," featuring Robin Wright, Director of Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at StriveTogether. Using a trauma informed theory of grief framework, Robin will help attendees understand the psychological journey toward anti-racism and how to account for it and move with greater compassion and intentionality in their work. We see this workshop as foundational in furthering the work we intend to do in the new year around diversity, equity and inclusion. This event is free for Green Umbrella members and $25 for non-members.

2030 District Progress Report & Healthy Building District Launch

The Cincinnati 2030 District is pleased to share with you our inaugural Progress Report. This report represents the accomplishments of Cincinnati 2030 District Building Members through December 2019, our first year of formal establishment.

We've also been hard at work developing an innovative district-wide healthy building model, created in collaboration with the International WELL Building Institute. Join us for our New Year Kickoff and Healthy Building District Launch on January 21 from 12:00-1:30 pm, sponsored by M+A Architects.

GU's Book Club to Explore Sustainable Fashion and Fibersheds

Thank You to Our Retiring and New Board Members

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Sustainability in the Headlines

Opinion: Listen to Majority of Ohioans and Repeal House Bill 6, Cincinnati Enquirer

A More Just, Equitable Food System is Possible, Grist

Freestore Foodbank Plans $20M Distribution and Training Facility, Cincinnati Business Courier

Meet 2020's Worst Highway Boondoggles: The Cincinnati Eastern Bypass, Streetsblog USA

Franklin County May See a 2,000-Acre Solar Farm in 2023, Columbus Dispatch

Local Company Offers Styrofoam Recycling Option, WVXU

Green Buildings 'Unheralded Hero' in Emissions Fight, Experts Say, Smart Cities Dive

Professional Opportunities   

City Parks Alliance Equitable Park Funding Hub provides easy access to information on funding sources for parks and recreation in low-income communities and communities of color.

Boone County Conservation District is offering 2020-2021 Education Grants for teacher or student led school projects that foster learning about conservation and our environment. 

Devou Good Foundation is sponsoring the Moving Ohio Forward Sustainable Transportation Conference on January 14. This is a first-of-its-kind online convening of Ohio's sustainable transportation advocates and professionals.

USDA NRCS is offering a High Tunnel Assistance Program to those interested in growing urban and rural produce within the Cincinnati city limits. Applications due January 15.

OPWC NRAC is offering Clean Ohio Conservation Fund Program grants to acquire greenspace and protect and enhance river and stream corridors in Hamilton County. Applications due January 15.

Boone County Conservation District is offering two $1,000 Student Scholarships to college students enrolled in a major related to the field of conservation. Applications due January 31.

Ohio EPA Recycling & Litter Prevention Program supports communities, nonprofits, businesses and academic institutions that initiate or expand recycling. Applications close February 5.

Cincinnati Permaculture Institute is offering the 2021 Winter Permaculture Design Course. This weekend online PDC will be spread out over five weeks with prerecorded videos and live meeting sessions beginning on February 20.

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