There are historic and systemic factors that have led—and still contribute—to climate vulnerability in lower-income communities. But there are practical solutions for clean energy, resilience, and equity.
In 2024, The Federal Reserve Bank of New York, in collaboration with Enterprise Community Partners and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), published a volume of essays about the intersection of community development and climate resilience.
Join New York Fed Staff and community leaders for a discussion about solutions to address urgent climate and community needs that affect vulnerable and lower-wealth communities of color.
David Erickson
Head of Outreach and Education
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Bryan Garcia
President and CEO
Connecticut Green Bank
Lisa Richter
Managing Partner
Avivar Capital
Javier Silva
Community Development Sr. Outreach Associate
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Maggie Super Church
Director of Policies and Programs
Massachusetts Community Climate Bank
Sydney Diavua
Assistant Vice President, Community Development
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
moderator
René A. Vargas Martinez
Director, Puerto Rico Network
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Real people. Real research. Real conversations.
Connecting Communities is a Federal Reserve-sponsored webinar series providing timely information on community and economic development issues. It complements Fed community development outreach initiatives conducted through the 12 regional Reserve Banks and Federal Reserve Board of Governors.
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