Introduction The Wege Foundation is a private philanthropic foundation based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It provides grants to nonprofit organizations working in environmental protection, education, arts and culture, and community health and wellbeing. Most Wege Foundation funding supports organizations serving Greater Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Its environmental grantmaking has a wider geographic scope that… [Read More]
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CEE Bankwatch Network: Advancing Sustainable and Accountable Public Finance
Introduction CEE Bankwatch Network is an international environmental and human rights network that monitors public finance across Central and Eastern Europe and neighboring regions. It works to ensure that investments made by development banks, European Union funds and other public institutions protect communities, respect human rights and support environmentally sustainable development. Headquartered in Prague, Czech… [Read More]
Nigeria Energy Forum: Advancing Clean Energy, Investment and Innovation in Africa
Introduction The Nigeria Energy Forum is a capacity-building, training and development platform for policymakers, business leaders, engineers, investors, researchers, entrepreneurs and energy users. It promotes practical solutions to Nigeria’s energy challenges while supporting clean energy, industrial development and economic growth across Africa. Commonly known as NEF, the forum combines conferences, technical training, exhibitions, innovation competitions,… [Read More]
Newport City Council: Supporting Communities, Public Services and Sustainable Development in Wales
Introduction Newport City Council is the local government authority responsible for delivering public services across Newport in South Wales. The council supports approximately 160,000 residents living in more than 65,000 households and provides over 800 services. Its responsibilities cover education, social care, housing, waste management, transport, planning, environmental protection, economic development and community wellbeing. It… [Read More]
Asahi Glass Foundation: Supporting Research, Education, and Global Environmental Solutions
Introduction The Asahi Glass Foundation is a Japanese public-interest organization that promotes scientific research, higher education, environmental awareness, and solutions to global sustainability challenges. Based in Tokyo, the Foundation supports researchers and students, recognizes major contributions to environmental protection, and encourages younger generations to engage with global environmental issues. Established in 1933, the Foundation has… [Read More]
Campaspe Shire Council: Community Services, Grants and Regional Development in Victoria
Introduction Campaspe Shire Council is a local government authority in northern Victoria, Australia, responsible for delivering community services, maintaining public infrastructure and supporting the social, environmental and economic development of the Campaspe region. History and Background Campaspe Shire encompasses Echuca and several regional communities, including Kyabram, Rochester, Rushworth, Tongala, Stanhope, Lockington and Colbinabbin. The municipality… [Read More]
Kempsey Shire Council: Local Government, Community Services and Grants in New South Wales
Introduction Kempsey Shire Council is the local government authority responsible for delivering public services, managing community infrastructure and supporting sustainable development across the Kempsey Shire and Macleay Valley in New South Wales, Australia. The Council serves a growing population of more than 30,000 people across an area of approximately 3,381 square kilometres. Its responsibilities cover… [Read More]
Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia: Green Finance and Sustainable Development
Introduction The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia is a national environmental financing institution that mobilizes and distributes financial resources for climate action, biodiversity conservation, sustainable natural-resource management and green economic development in Namibia. Commonly known as EIF Namibia, the Fund supports individuals, communities, public institutions, civil society organizations and businesses implementing environmentally responsible projects. It… [Read More]
Canada Water Agency: Protecting and Managing Fresh Water in Canada
Introduction The Canada Water Agency is a federal government agency responsible for strengthening freshwater management, supporting ecosystem restoration and coordinating action on water challenges across Canada. The Agency works with Indigenous peoples, provinces, territories, municipalities, local authorities, scientists, watershed organizations and other stakeholders to keep Canada’s fresh water safe, clean and sustainably managed for present… [Read More]
Port Macquarie Hastings Council: Governance, Community Funding and Regional Development in New South Wales
Introduction Port Macquarie Hastings Council is the local government authority responsible for municipal services, community development, infrastructure and strategic planning across Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Camden Haven and surrounding communities in New South Wales, Australia. The Council provides roads, water, wastewater, waste management, planning, environmental protection, recreation, libraries, cultural facilities and community support. It also distributes… [Read More]
