We are deeply disturbed by the alarming events that unfolded today at the U.S. Capitol. Actions by violent rioters seeking to overturn the results of the presidential election are a threat to our democracy and must be rejected outright. What we witnessed today was the result of an ongoing disinformation campaign that seeks to stoke … Continued
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At Energy Foundation, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are top organizational commitments. Systemic racism is ubiquitous in our society. It is our responsibility to work to actively uproot it and create equitable systems that support people to flourish. Recognizing the interconnected nature of all forms of oppression, we continually assess and adjust our work and … Continued
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Tiauna George leads grantmaking and contracting operations, systems, and data. She is responsible for creating and executing the policies and procedures to ensure the efficient processing of grants and contracts, ensuring timeliness, quality, and compliance. In collaboration with members of the Operations and Program teams, she facilitates the design, development, and implementation of all grant-tracking … Continued
This week, the environmental movement lost a great leader much too soon with the passing of Cecil Corbin-Mark, the Deputy Director and Director of Policy Initiatives at WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Cecil worked tirelessly to ensure that people of color and low-income residents were directly and purposely involved in the development of policies that … Continued
U.S. Energy Foundation recently welcomed new leadership to its board of directors: Rose McKinney-James has been named board chair and Nicole Systrom is vice chair. Their election to these roles coincides with a landmark update to the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Rose is the Managing Principal of Energy Works LLC and McKinney-James & Associates, … Continued
Coronavirus is in the air—particularly indoor air. Eight months into this pandemic response and the science has confirmed more strongly the airborne risks of COVID-19: from early instances of restaurant patrons catching coronavirus from other tables, to super-spreading events that defied any six-foot boundary that coronavirus may abide by, to the World Health Organization reversing … Continued
Alejandro supports the U.S. Energy Foundation West team to plan and manage projects and budgets, make and administer grants, and work with advocates and other partners to execute strategies and projects. He also manages projects within and outside the team, develops and implements systems and processes to facilitate internal and external collaboration, provides administrative support … Continued
Elevate works closely with solar developers and installers to deliver clean energy benefits to homeowners, renters, and non-profits across Illinois.