November 15, 2023

Sustainability Spotlights

US Government's Preeminent Climate Assessment Is Complete

Illness, expenses, and livelihoods lost - the new National Climate Assessment paints a rough picture of the climate crisis. Mandated by Congress and released every 5 years, this report analyzes how climate change affects those living in America. This newest report also addresses historical and social factors that previous National Climate Assessments lacked, including acknowledgement that communities of color are more negatively affected by fossil fuel pollution. To read the full report, click here.

Volunteers Needed for Autumn Orchard Installations

Fall is installation season for the Common Orchard Project, and you can be a part of it! Volunteer on one of the upcoming planting days - November 16, 18, and 29 - to learn how to plant trees, fruit tree care, and meet neighbors who care as much as you do. All tools and gloves provided, just bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty (don't forget the close-toed shoes!). We will have locally-grown fruit and other snacks. Click the link here to register to volunteer.

Did you miss the Green Umbrella membership webinars? No need to panic - we recorded them! Follow the links below to view the webinar recordings on our YouTube page. You can also visit our website here to see our new member benefits.

• For Local Governments
• For Nonprofits
• For Businesses

Meet our new Director of Development & Marketing!

Say hello to Beth Robeson, our Director of Development and Marketing! Beth has spent the last 15 years helping nonprofits and local governments develop strategic marketing communications plans, build strategic partnerships, and implement effective marketing campaigns. She is a passionate permaculture gardener and a chef who loves hiking and exploring local sustainable food communities in her spare time.

Does your organization have a green success story that you want to share? Email our Communications Manager at kelly@greenumbrella.org with details and you may be featured here in Green News or on Green Umbrella's social media!

Sustainability in the Headlines

Dayton Receives International Distinction for Its Sustainability Efforts - WVXU
Clermont County Farm Grows More Sustainable Crops - WCPO
Local Govs Need a Helping Hand From States to Build Climate Resiliency - Route Fifty
Major Grant Aims to Improve Energy Use in Local Affordable Housing - Movers & Makers
Environmental Groups Threaten to Sue Indiana Aluminum Plant - WVXU

Featured Events

November 16: WIN Hall of Fame 4:30-7:00 pm, Working in Neighborhoods

November 18:

Fall Orchard Installations 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Common Orchard Project

Beekman Community Market 1:00-3:00 pm, Working in Neighborhoods

November 21: Free Food Scrap Drop Off in College Hill 3:00-5:00 pm, OES

November 24:

9th Annual Plaid Friday Hike 9:30 am-4:00 pm, Imago

Black Friday Hike 10:00 am-12:30, Adventure Gear

November 26: RAPTOR Inc Open House 1:00-4:00 pm, RAPTOR Inc.

November 27:

Star Party at Valley View 5:30-7:30 pm, Valley View Nature Preserve

Full Moon Walk 7:30-9:00 pm, Cincinnati Nature Center

November 28:

Health Fair and Food Distribution 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Hamilton County R3Source

Compost 101 5:30-7:00 pm, Civic Garden Center

November 29: Fall Orchard Installations 1:30-4:00 pm, Common Orchard Project

November 30:

2023 OEC Annual Meeting 12:00-1:00 pm, Ohio Environmental Council

Women in Green Discussion Forum 1:00-2:15 pm, USGBC Ohio

State of the Trees Address 6:00-8:00 pm, Boone County Arboretum

Professional Development and Grant Opportunities

City of Cincinnati Office of the Environment and Sustainability has announced the Urban Agriculture Mini Grant Opportunity for FY 2024. This program annually bolsters the local agricultural community to support agricultural growing sites and local food distribution. Applications are due Friday, November 17, 2023 by 11:59 p.m.

Please join Taking Root for the fifth annual Tree Professionals Seminar! This year's theme is tree longevity. The seminar takes place Friday, December 1, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Sawyer Point Building.

Do you need some inspiration to improve your organization’s waste reduction efforts? Check out Hamilton County ReSource’s Waste Reduction Innovation Grant. Deadline is ongoing.

OES Announces Urban Agriculture Mini Grants for FY 2024

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers for Earth Care Initiative- Faith Communities Go Green

Work Day: Painting - White Water Shaker Village

New Career Opportunities

Food Policy Council Community Manager - Green Umbrella

Energy Equity Project Coordinator - City of Cincinnati OES

Inventory and Purchasing Manager, Trails Manager - Great Parks

Director and Associate/Full Professor - UC School of Environment and Sustainability

ORBCorps GIS and Data Technician Member - Butler Soil and Water Conservation District

ORBCorps Marketing and Outreach Member - Hamilton County Conservation District

Contract Educator - Cincinnati Observatory

Shipping and Receiving Manager - La Soupe

Administrative Assistant - RAPTOR, Inc.

Urban Forestry Survey Technician - Great Parks

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