Browning the Green Space

🌿 We're grateful to be highlighted in the recent article discussing the pivotal role of Black founders, investors, and activists in the climate tech space. The recognition of Kerry Bowie, Executive Director of Browning the Green Space, alongside other visionary leaders underscores our commitment to driving inclusive innovation and sustainability. At Browning the Green Space, we strive to amplify diverse voices and perspectives, ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table in shaping a greener future. Let's keep building together towards a more sustainable and equitable world. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZykSwbr #BrowningTheGreenSpace #ClimateTech #Innovation #DiversityInTech #Sustainability

Welcome to our new #TeamBGS Coalition Members - Aquasaic Corporation, AtmoSpark Technologies Inc., Avangrid Renewables, Axis Sky Renewables, Cellsense, Carbon Negative Solutions Inc, EcoForge, Next Rung Technology, Sankofa Dynamics, STEAM Ahead, and THE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INITIATIVE, LLC. As Coalition Members with Browning the Green Space, they have all pledged commitment to take action on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in support of a just energy transition for Black and Brown communities. Learn more about the coalition and how to join our growing community for learning and accountability: bit.ly/bgs-membership

Help Build the Greater Boston Clean Energy Workforce: Connect with Graduating HVAC, Practical Electricity, and Weatherization Students 🔊 Browning the Green Space is part of a federally-funded coalition working to connect students in the Greater Boston area with high-quality jobs in the clean energy field. Our Boston-based training institution partners – Franklin Cummings Tech and AACA – are graduating highly-qualified and motivated students trained to be heat pump installers, HVAC/Automation Field Service Technicians, weatherization technicians, electrician’s helpers, and more. A class of students just graduated in May and additional students will graduate in August. Reach out to Alisha Soslow Harrington at "alisha@browningthegreenspace.org" to learn more about the programs and graduating students. If you aren’t ready to hire for a full-time role, consider bringing on an intern through funding from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center through their Technical Trades Work and Learning Program (https://lnkd.in/ewxnaGYY) Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epM6GM_6

📢 Calling all new and aspiring MA-based clean energy contractors and consultants! 📢 Embark on your entrepreneurial journey and apply to participate this fall in Accelerating Contractors of Color in Energy for Sustainable Success (ACCESS). ACCESS is a 10-week paid contractor boot camp that provides entrepreneurs of color with curated business coaching, access to capital, and connections to customers, clients, and potential partners that can support in the launch and growth of a successful contracting business in the region’s high-demand clean energy industry. Applicants must be based in MA and apply by August 31, 2024. Learn more here: bit.ly/3RVLr1o

Calling Code Enforcement Professionals from Maine to West Virginia! Our Coalition Member company, NEEP, is seeking your help to understand the current state of the code enforcement profession. NEEP has prepared a questionnaire to better understand the current landscape of the code enforcement profession. They want to hear your thoughts on training opportunities, diversity, attracting new professionals, and code enforcement. Input will be consolidated into data that will be used to prepare training and resources. Thank you for your assistance and feedback. Link to the questionnaire: https://lnkd.in/ewNHvR5d

🚀 Exciting Opportunity Alert! The American-Made MSI Contract Readiness Prize is offering up to $300K to enhance DOE-contract readiness for HBCUs, TCUs, and other MSIs. This initiative provides crucial mentoring, teaming opportunities, and technical support to help MSIs apply for and secure valuable opportunities. Don't miss out on this chance to accelerate your institution's growth and impact in energy innovation! Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/4binuIb #MSI #EnergyInnovation #ContractReadiness #FundingOpportunity

📢 Earlier this month on June 14th, BGS brought together our Coalition Members for our quarterly General Body Meeting, where we shared progress from the last few months and our upcoming opportunities to take action across each of our focus areas. Thank you to our coalition members for joining us, and for their support and collaboration throughout the last quarter. This month, we were fortunate to have panelists Meredith Geraghty (Codman Square Neighborhood Development Corporation) and Louis Elisa (Garrison Trotter Neighborhood Association) join in a conversation with Kerry Bowie on facilitating supportive partnerships with community-based partnerships. Interested in joining us at our next quarterly meeting and taking action on DEIJ within your company? Consider becoming a Coalition Member with BGS this month: https://lnkd.in/dBaEPb2q

🌟Thrilled to announce the launch of our second year of the VC Onramp program! This summer's talented cohort of eight interns are working at leading climatetech VC firms and startups including Azolla Ventures, Clean Energy Ventures, MunichResearch, M2X Energy Inc., and Power Advisory. Dedicated to breaking barriers for Brown and Black venture capitalists, VC Onramp offers workshops, mentoring, and networking opportunities to empower the next generation. Throughout the program, interns will immerse themselves in Boston's dynamic climate tech venture capital community, participating in networking events and intensive seminars. As we enter our second year, we're committed to refining and enhancing the program, driven by our optimism for the students' future impact on the industry. 🚀 #VCOnramp #VentureCapital #DiversityInTech #ClimateTech #EmpoweringLeaders

🌟 We're incredibly grateful to Common Impact and the dedicated team of Allstate volunteers for their invaluable support during our recent collaboration on April 30th. Their thoughtful assistance in approaching the redesign of our current website is pivotal as BGS transitions into our next growth phase, leveraging the insights gained to drive impactful changes. A special shoutout goes to The Allstate Foundation for their generous $5,000 operating grant, which will significantly bolster our organizational development efforts. This flexible funding is instrumental in advancing our mission and ensuring we continue to thrive. Thank you, Common Impact, AllState volunteers, and the AllState Foundation, for your unwavering dedication and partnership in empowering our journey forward ✈️. #Gratitude #ImpactfulPartnerships #OrganizationalDevelopment

🌟 Big news from Tremco and BGS! 🎓 We're thrilled to announce the graduation of the first cohort from the Achieve Green program, a groundbreaking initiative supported by a MassCEC Workforce Equity Grant. This program has successfully equipped five Boston Public School seniors with essential skills tailored for green construction careers in clean energy, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow's sustainable economy. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zddMJV Congratulations to our graduates on this remarkable achievement! 🌍 Let's celebrate their success and continue our journey towards building a sustainable future together. This program was made possible by an incredible partnership with Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing, Tremco CPG Inc. Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance, IUPAT District Council 35, and Boston Day and Evening Academy