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Transforming Urban Systems

We work to accelerate equitable climate action in cities by transforming urban energy, health and water systems.

Climate change requires that U.S. cities change how they manage each of these systems. All are critical to urban residents’ health, safety and quality of life.

Learn more about our three key initiatives that aim to transform urban systems:

Funding this Focus Area

We do not accept unsolicited proposals. All grant opportunities are listed on the Current Funding Opportunities page.

How to Apply

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Eligibility Requirements

We look for efforts that help cities implement climate change mitigation and adaptation approaches grounded in equity. Learn more about eligibility requirements for this focus area on the Current Funding Opportunities page.

How We Work

We deploy a blend of grants and social investments to achieve these outcomes to advance desired outcomes for energy, health and water systems.

We work to:

  • Facilitate an urban energy transition that eliminates carbon emissions while building power for low-wealth communities and communities of color and propelling racial and economic equity.
  • Mobilize equitable climate action by community-based advocates, healthcare institutions and public health practitioners in ways that benefit low-wealth communities and communities of color, reducing climate-related health risks.
  • Advance equitable, climate-resilient approaches to urban stormwater and wastewater management grounded in the needs, priorities, and knowledge of low-wealth communities and communities of color.

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