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GREEN UMBRELLA RURAL AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
— · EIN · greenumbrella.org
profile · synthesized from sources

Green Umbrella is a regional climate collaborative advancing climate resilience and equity in the Greater Cincinnati area. The organization supports local governments and communities through technical assistance, training, and policy planning in areas like energy, food systems, and greenspace. It leads initiatives such as the 25 Communities Project and a regional Sustainability Playbook funded by the US EPA.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

25 Communities Project
Initiative launching in 2025 to support 25 historically disinvested communities with technical assistance, training, and resources to build climate resilience and equity.
Climate Action Fellowship
Fellowship program pairing students and career-changers with member organizations to develop real-world climate action plans and solutions.
Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit
Annual conference convening 650+ leaders to share climate solutions, featuring speakers, exhibitors, and networking focused on equity, infrastructure, and policy.
Sustainability Playbook for Greater Cincinnati
Regional climate mitigation and resilience plan developed with OKI and partners across 16 counties, funded by the US EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Program.
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Climate Resilience Capacity Building 3 activities
    • 25 Communities Project
      Supports 25 historically disinvested communities in reducing emissions and preparing for climate change impacts through monthly trainings, technical assistance, workshops, cohort convenings, and media support.
    • Climate Leadership and Capacity Building
      Provides training, resources, tools, and direct technical assistance to decision-makers and communities to advance equitable climate planning and implementation across sectors including food systems, energy, greenspace, and transportation.
    • Development of Regional Sustainability and Climate Plans
      Develops comprehensive regional climate and sustainability plans, including a 16-county Climate Pollution Reduction Plan under the US EPA program and a regional Sustainability Playbook to guide equitable climate action.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Cincinnati Climate Week
      Hosts Cincinnati Climate Week in 2026 as a region-wide celebration of climate action, in partnership with the Climate Week Network, to elevate public engagement and visibility of local sustainability efforts.
    • Climate Action Fellowship Program
      Operates a Climate Action Fellowship that connects undergraduate and graduate students as well as career-pivoting individuals with real-world climate project experience through placements with Green Umbrella and its member organizations.
    • Job Board Operations
      Operates a job and volunteer position board for Green Umbrella and its member organizations to support workforce development and engagement in the regional sustainability sector.
    • Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit
      Organizes the annual Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit—the largest sustainability conference in the Midwest—which convenes approximately 650 leaders for a full day of programming featuring 100 speakers, poster sessions, art exhibits, and networking, with the 13th event scheduled for June 12, 2026.
    • Regional Climate Resilience and Emissions Reduction
      Works collectively to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience across the Greater Cincinnati region through coordinated initiatives and community engagement.
    • Sustainability Awards Program
      Accepts nominations and presents awards recognizing achievements in Impact, Innovation, and Leadership by individuals, organizations, businesses, and communities, with honorees celebrated at the annual Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit.
relationships · 29

who they work with

  • ASSA ABLOY Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Baraza Impact Design Studio Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • CET PBS Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Cincinnati Public Radio Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • City of Cincinnati Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • City of Cincinnati Office of Environment & Sustainability Partner — Green Umbrella played an integral role in the launch of city programs.
  • City of Dayton Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • Climate Week Network Partner — Partners with this global initiative to present Cincinnati Climate Week.
  • Electric Vehicle Association of Ohio Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • GoZERO Services Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Hamilton County ReSource Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • Heads Up, Ohio! Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Interfaith Cincy Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • OKI Partner — Partnering to develop a 16-county climate mitigation plan for Greater Cincinnati.
  • OKI Regional Council of Governments Partner — Green Umbrella has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to collaboration and community engagement on sustainability efforts across the region.
  • Ohio Air Quality Development Authority Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Ohio Environmental Council Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Ohio Environmental Council Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • Regional Climate Collaboratives Network — One of over 30 Regional Climate Collaboratives nationwide working to address climate change across jurisdictional boundaries.
  • Rumpke Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • Sustainergy Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • UC Sustainability Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • US EPA Government — Developing the ThriveTogether Sustainability Playbook as part of the EPA's Climate Pollution Reduction program.
  • US Environmental Protection Agency Government — Providing funding and programmatic support through the Climate Pollution Reduction program for the development of the regional Sustainability Playbook.
  • University of Cincinnati Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • University of Dayton Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • Xavier University Partner — Planning partner for the Summit.
  • emersion DESIGN Funder — Sponsor of the 2026 Summit.
  • member organizations Network — Network members whose job and volunteer opportunities are featured on the Green Jobs Board.