Environmental Justice Money (EJ$) for North Carolina Partnership
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden on August 16, 2022. The intent of the legislation is to curb inflation and address federal deficits by establishing long-term infrastructure that builds clean energy options and healthier environments, particularly for those who have been most harmed by pollution.
The North Carolina Black Alliance and NC Budget & Tax Center are partnering to support community-based organizations and local leaders who want to use Inflation Reduction Act funds to advance environmental justice. Our support could include:
- Sharing resources, toolkits, or providing information about environmental justice grant opportunities that will be available in the coming year
- Support defining a project or program plan for your community priorities related to environmental justice, and/or connecting you to technical assistance
- Facilitating community meetings about upcoming environmental justice funding opportunities
- For a select number of community organizations, we can offer stipends to community groups willing to participate in cross-community collaboration and advocacy efforts at the regional and state level
Resources: IRA and funds for environmental justice
American Cities Climate Challenge
This tool helps local governments prioritize and leverage existing federal funding for clean energy projects, including guidance focused on the IRA. It allows users to filter funding sources to focus on what’s relevant to their project, goals, and community. Learn More
America is All In & RMI: IRA Resource Database
Database of a wide variety of resources about IRA programs, including summaries, guidance, and analysis, designed for people who aren’t working in the federal government. Learn More
Environmental Protection Agency: IRA Environmental and Climate Justice Program
Includes materials from EPA presentations and links to different environmental justice grant programs within the IRA, and a link to sign up for updates. Learn More
Justice40 Accelerator
Provides support for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) led organizations working at the frontlines in getting access to government funding opportunities. Their website includes a database of upcoming environmental justice grants, including but not limited to IRA funds. Learn More
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