Former U.S. Ambassador Nina Hachigian Supports ICLEI USA to Strengthen U.S. Local Diplomacy
Diplomacy Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — November 11, 2025 — At the COP30 Local Leaders Forum, ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) announced that former U.S. Ambassador Nina Hachigian, the first U.S. Special Representative for City and State Diplomacy and former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor for International Affairs, will serve as a […]
ICLEI USA Launches Capital Cities Collaborative to Accelerate Sustainable Buildings and Transportation Policies
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — November 6, 2025 — ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) is proud to announce the launch of the Capital Cities Collaborative, a national initiative supported by Esther A. & Joseph Klingenstein Fund is designed to accelerate the adoption of sustainable building energy efficiency and transportation policies in […]
ICLEI USA and CGC Announce $12.5 Million in Municipal Investment Fund Awards to 50 U.S. Communities
Today, ICLEI USA and the Coalition for Green Capital (CGC) are announcing $12.5 million in awards to 50 selected U.S. communities to develop community-based plans that will ensure the U.S. can keep up with the rising demand for electricity while keeping costs down. CGC and ICLEI USA received 114 applications across 48 states, District of […]
Webinar to Provide Guidance on Municipal Finance Climate Risk Disclosure
Media Contacts Anne Marie Cleary RaukerSenior Communications Officer, ICLEI USAam.clearyrauker@iclei.org Diane MaySr. Manager, CommunicationsCeresDMay@ceres.org Ceres and ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) will host a webinar to help local governments better understand and communicate the financial risks associated with climate change. The session will highlight how municipalities can strengthen disclosure practices, improve […]
African American Mayors Association Launches Climate Action Training Program with ICLEI USA and Environmental Defense Fund
Denver, CO — ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), in partnership with the African American Mayors Association (AAMA), are proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Climate Action Training Program. This new initiative will equip local leaders with the tools and support they need to advance […]
ICLEI USA and ClimateView Launch ClearPath 2.0, a Game-Changing Platform for Advancing U.S. Local Climate Action
Denver, CO — Today, ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) is launching ClearPath 2.0, a powerful new platform designed to help U.S. local governments lead on climate action amid growing political gridlock and uncertainty at the federal level. As national climate policy faces setbacks, cities, counties, Tribal nations, and regions are stepping […]
The Municipal Investment Fund Receives 112 Applications Across 46 States and Tribal Nations Despite Funding Freeze
Denver, Colorado – The Municipal Investment Fund (MIF) has reached a major milestone, demonstrating the overwhelming demand from local governments and Tribal nations for public-private investing to help reduce energy costs, create jobs, and ensure cleaner air and water for their residents. ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) and the Coalition for Green Capital […]
ICLEI USA Welcomes Six New Leaders to Drive Local Sustainability Action
ICLEI USA is excited to introduce six outstanding new members to our Board of Directors. These leaders bring deep expertise and a shared passion for sustainability, strengthening our mission to support local governments in their climate and resilience efforts: Mayor Alix Desulme – North Miami, FL Mayor Jeni Arndt – Fort Collins, CO Vice Mayor […]
Innosphere and CO-WY Climate Resilience Engine Fund Internship Program to Address Environmental Challenges and Strengthen Colorado’s Workforce
Fort Collins, Colorado – The Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine (CO-WY Engine) led by Innosphere and funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), with support from the State of Colorado, is fully funding an Environmental Internship Program led by ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA). This initiative will support local government agencies in Colorado by placing skilled interns to assist […]
ICLEI USA Statement on EPA March 11, 2025 Announcement
For more than thirty years, ICLEI- Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) has supported its national membership network of local governments in advancing sustainability goals. As a sub-awardee of the Municipal Investment Fund from the Coalition for Green Capital, we are deploying funds on the ground—an essential step in strengthening our network and expanding […]