Fundraising for decarbonization: nonprofits
Decarbonization is a tall order for any institution, but it’s especially tough for cash-strapped nonprofits. But for some organizations, decarbonization is a key part of a sustainable mission. Understanding decarbonization terms and approaches is more crucial than ever to secure approval and funding for projects, particularly as you leverage your project plans to inspire individual and institutional donors.
Speakers
- Chris Lewis, GreenerU
- Madeline Rawson, GreenerU
- Craig Altemose, GreenerU
- Simon vonNieda, GreenerU
- Katy Pomplun, Historic New England
Agenda
With special guest Katy Pomplun, Institutional Giving Officer for Preservation at Historic New England, this webinar helped participants navigate the decarbonization planning process and how language can influence fundraising efforts for capital projects. Based on our experience with museums, housing organizations, and houses of worship, we discussed the following topics as they relate to the specific structure of nonprofits:
- Tracking and reporting building energy and emissions data
- Approaches to decarbonization planning
- Fundraising for decarbonization measures in 2025
- Nonprofit resources and upcoming opportunities
Thank you to our co-sponsors the Building Electrification Accelerator and Massachusetts Interfaith Power and Light!
Resources
- Presentation slide deck
- The TaxLaw Center (NYU Law) and National Law Review can help with understanding new energy tax law
- ClimateCheck creates a custom climate risk report based on your address
- Compilation of all state-level climate action plans
- Environment and Culture Partners
- EJScreen is the tool created by Public Environmental Data Partners to replace the federal tool that has been removed
- A guide to environmental justice tools by state
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