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Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network

We are now accepting applications for the Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network peer learning program.
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Recreation Economy for Rural Communities

We are now accepting applications for Recreation Economy for Rural Communities planning assistance. Visit the webpage to learn more.
Local Foods, Local Places

EPA, in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission, announced the selection of six communities that will receive assistance through the Local Foods, Local Places program in 2024.
In Your Community

View a map of smart growth projects in communities across the country.
Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network

We are now accepting applications for the Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network peer learning program.
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Learn the Key Topics

What is Smart Growth?

About Smart Growth
Transportation
Electrification
Small Towns and Rural Communities
Green Buildings and Efficient Siting
Climate Change
Housing
Disaster Resilience and Recovery
Equitable Development
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Technical Assistance

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Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities
Community Change Equitable Resilience
Local Foods, Local Places
Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC)
Rethinking Highways for Healthy Communities
Smart Growth in Your Community (Map)
All Technical Assistance

Tools and Resources

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Smart Growth Tools
EPA Engagement with Energy Communities
Regional Resilience Toolkit
Smart Growth Network
Smart Location Mapping
Sustainable Communities Accelerator Network
Full Library of Publications

Featured Resources

EPA partnered with two communities to help them plan for an increase in electric vehicles and develop clean transportation strategies. Read their stories:

Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Gonzales, Louisiana

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Join the Office of Community Revitalization listserv for regular updates about technical assistance opportunities and upcoming events. Find our latest newsletters here.

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Last updated on October 9, 2024

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