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Register today for our upcoming Catalyst Communities webinars

The Catalyst Communities Initiative [ [link removed] ] is a comprehensive program to provide education, training, planning, and technical resources to local governments as they work toward their sustainability goals.?This initiative offers an array of resources on various environmental, social, and economic topics to help communities across Michigan make a just transition to decarbonization and meet our MI Healthy Climate Plan goals [ [link removed] ]. The initiative aims to provide a range of resource options to meet communities wherever they are, regardless of geography, population size, or pre-existing knowledge.? The?Michigan?s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Catalyst Communities Initiative is hosting this webinar series free to communities.

*Webinar recordings* are?posted online for future viewing on the Catalyst Communities Webinars Webpage [ [link removed] ] and anyone who registers will:


* get notification when the recording is available,
* receive a copy of the presentation handout, and
* get resource and contact links for taking a deeper dive into each webinar topic.?

Upcoming Sessions

July 24,?11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
EGLE Organics Infrastructure Grant Request for Proposals Webinar [ [link removed] ]

A total of $1 million dollars is available to expand EGLE's organics infrastructure.? ?Grant awards are expected to range from $5 thousand to $250 thousand. Join us to hear about the EGLE Organics Infrastructure Grant Request for Proposals (RFP) which is open to both public and private sectors ?The RFP application deadline is August 28th. In this webinar, participants will hear from our recycling specialists on RFP eligibility criteria and different, infrastructure projects ideas.? Participants will also learn how to connect EGLE program priorities with their own local organics recycling goals and objectives. Join us to learn how EGLE's recycling grant program works and hear directly from EGLE's recycling specialists on the dos and don?ts in the application process.

*July 31, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
**Partnering with Underserved Communities on Clean Energy Projects and Manufacturing [ [link removed] ]*

The Partnering with Underserved Communities on Clean Energy Projects and Manufacturing webinar will provide an overview of how to work collaboratively to develop clean energy projects or clean energy manufacturing in underserved communities. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the significant federal and local government programs aimed at directing investments and benefits to support clean energy initiatives in underserved, distressed, and energy legacy communities. The event will share examples of how to create ownership and value-added opportunities for the communities where you are hosting projects and how to connect with neighborhood organizations, economic development groups and other non-government organizations contacts in underserved communities.

August 21, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Navigating the New Renewable Energy Siting Legislation: Insights for Local Governments [ [link removed] ]

In November 2023, the Michigan legislature passed the Clean Energy Future Package [ [link removed] ] and the Clean Energy and Jobs Act, which included legislation that drastically alters the landscape of siting renewable energy projects in the state. Local governments, from cities to villages to townships to counties, play a key role in siting renewable energy and are now faced with understanding and adapting to this new landscape. How can your community prepare for these changes and approach challenges? Attend this webinar to learn about planning and zoning for utility-scale renewable energy in the context of the new siting process.

October 10, 11 a.m. ? 12 p.m.
Net Zero? for Local Governments: Braiding Technologies to Deliver Efficient, Renewable Buildings [ [link removed] ]

Many are familiar with the concept of braiding complementary funding sources to achieve local clean energy projects. This webinar will extend the metaphor to the physical realm: That is, braiding various ?net zero? building technologies?envelope upgrades, heat pumps, on-site renewable electricity and storage, and EV charging?to achieve integrated, high-performance buildings. Learn about strategies to holistically improve the energy efficiency of local government buildings to reduce carbon, improve the health and safety of occupants, AND save your community money by significantly reducing monthly utility bills. Experts from skilled trade associations will explain how the integrated ?net zero? approach to renovations and new construction projects can work for local governments, offering advice on getting started and engaging with relevant skilled trades professionals in your region. They will also share how you can turn this approach into persuasive funding proposals that will make these projects even bigger financial winners for your community.

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*Registration Questions:*
Alana Berthold:[email protected]
Joel Roseberry:[email protected]






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