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Renewable energy means rethinking land use for agriculture and conservation

Making difficult choices in how land is used is the issue that New York and other states, and the U.S. as a whole, are facing as they seek to shift electricity generation from fossil fuels to renewable sources, such as wind and solar.

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Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth

Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.

Rare bipartisan housing victory, but Americans still can’t afford housing

Congress near approval of what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades, but even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch.

Better ways to disagree – and maybe change minds – than ‘debate me’

Debate is broken as a tool to inform, explore ideas and persuade an audience. It’s time to find another way.

IFF’s energy-efficient work allows nonprofits to reduce energy costs, increase their mission-driven impacts across Indiana communities

IFF is helping Indiana nonprofits reduce utility costs and improve facilities through energy-efficient building upgrades. Programs in Bloomington, South Bend, and Indianapolis are helping organizations reinvest savings back into their community-focused missions.

Would a $1 rideshare fee affect wealthier or working-class Philadelphians more? 2 Chicago studies offer some perspective
This Michigan nonprofit is brewing success for immigrant entrepreneurs

Immigrant business owners and entrepreneurs can help revitalize and sustain Michigan’s economy.

We studied what happened when financially struggling artists received $1,000 a month, no strings attached, for 18 months
Is it wrong to pay incarcerated people in jail? This Pennsylvania county says no
Child Abuse Prevention Month spotlights year-round efforts to support parents, protect children

Bay Area hospital systems, community nonprofits have array of research-backed programs and resources to prevent child abuse.

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