Thank You to Our Sponsors

Thank you to Conference Sponsors who are demonstrating their commitment to building collaborative pathways for local businesses, clean energy leaders, and engaged community members in our region.

It's not too late to sponsor this event share your brand with participants. Learn more about current sponsors and sponsorship opportunities on the conference webpage.

Celebrating the North Country Clean Energy Hub on Earth Day

Read about the accomplishments the North Country Clean Energy Hub has made by helping residents across the 7 North Country counties work towards safer, more comfortable homes by implementing energy efficiency solutions and assisting residents in applying for energy saving programs. The Hub is a team of community-based, trusted organizations from the North Country, funded by NYSERDA, who offer no-cost advising to residents and businesses.

In celebration of Earth Day, Erin Griffin (North Country Clean Energy Hub Director), details the ways you can implement energy efficiency solutions in your homes and communities!

Funding for Farmers: Energy Efficiency Opportunities

The North Country Clean Energy Hub has organized a webinar for farmers to learn about available funding opportunities! Presenters include Gabriel Gurley (Tompkins County CCE, AG Energy NY Program Manager) and Jon Ignatowski (ANCA Food Systems Business Manager). When: Tuesday, May 6th at 7:30 - 8:30 PM Where: Virtual webinar

Renew America's Nonprofit Grant

Do you know a New York State nonprofit that needs building upgrades? Don't miss out on the opportunity to upgrade the nonprofit building with the help of the Renew America’s Nonprofits (RAN) grant. This grant is open to all New York State nonprofits that own their building and could receive up to $200,000 towards energy-saving upgrades.

With limited time to apply, we encourage you to share with your local North Country nonprofits to start the application process today! Eligible projects for funding include, but are not limited to:

• Building envelope improvements
• Efficiency upgrades to existing HVAC systems
• Clean heating and cooling systems
• Energy efficient lighting
• Energy efficient appliances and equipment
• Windows and doors
• Roof repair or replacement
• Electrical upgrades

Deadline to submit is May 1st. For questions, contact ANCA's Energy Circuit Rider, Annie Arnold, at aarnold@adirondack.org or Sustainable Westchester at buildingdecarbonization@sustainablewestchester.org.

Build Your Business Skills

Two skills-building workshops with ANCA and the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce have been rescheduled and now offer a virtual option for those who cannot attend in person.

Our Digital Marketing and Empowerment Series will help participants build marketing and social media skills as well as the basics of building a website and utilizing analytics. 

• What: Digital Marketing and Empowerment Workshop
• When: Monday, May 5, 1:00-4:30 p.m.
• Where: In person at North Country Community College, Ticonderoga or virtual via Zoom 
• Cost: $40; sliding scale payment available

Our two-session Leadership Development Workshop Series will cover the fundamentals of effective leadership and communication, identifying and understanding your leadership style, motivating your team, and managing stress in the workplace: 

• What: Leadership Development Workshop Series
• When: Monday, May 12 at 1:00-3:00 p.m. and Monday, May 19 at 1:00-4:30 p.m.
• Where: In person at North Country Community College, Ticonderoga or virtual via Zoom
• Cost: $20 for Session 1, $40 for Session 2; sliding scale payment available

These programs are supported by a USDA Rural Business Development Grant.

Black Birders Event in Lake Placid

Celebrate Black Birders Week on May 31 at John Brown Farm in Lake Placid, NY! As part of Northern New York Audubon’s Great Adirondack Bird Celebration, this special day of birding will feature guest speakers, guided bird walks, activities for families, and more.

This event is presented by the Adirondack Diversity Initiative, John Brown Lives! Friends of Freedom, and NNY Audubon.

Enroll Anytime for Micro-credential

ADI's Welcoming & Belonging Micro-credential is designed to be manageable and useful for local businesses and organizations interested in strengthening relationships with staff and customers, while boosting business through inclusive best practices.

Developed in partnership with the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and offered through North Country Community College, this online course is flexible and adaptable to your busy schedule. Enrollment is rolling, so you can start anytime!

Federal Funding Concerns

In case you missed it, ANCA's work with USDA's Climate Smart Commodities program has been covered by a few regional news publications that have been investigating the impacts of federal funding freezes on North Country communities. Learn about our grant-funded agroforestry project with local farms (including North Country Creamery, pictured) and how the potential loss of funding will impact their businesses in New York Focus, the Adirondack Explorer, and the Adirondack Daily Enterprise.

Video: Uniting Under Compost

Congrats to the Adirondack Explorer for recognition from the New York Press Association for their coverage of news, diversity issues, and climate solutions.

Among the awards is a second-place "Climate Voices" video story produced by Chloe Bennett. The video features Jennifer Perry — ANCA's Organics Recycling Coordinator and co-founder of Compost for Good — and her mission to engage community members around food waste reduction and composting!

Steady Expansion of Composting

Another story in the Adirondack Explorer spotlights the growth of community-scale composting efforts across the region — due in large part to the work of Compost for Good. ANCA is thrilled to support this initiative as the economic and environmental benefits are truly impactful in terms of reducing food waste, enriching soils, and providing small business opportunities.

Green School Grants Available

Calling all K-12 New York school districts! The New York State Association for Reduction, Reuse and Recycling (NYSAR3) Green Schools Grant Program is accepting applications for projects including food waste reduction and composting efforts. Contact Jennifer Perry at jperry@adirondack.org for more information. 

Mother's Day Market

Join the High Peaks Farmers' Market at Hotel Saranac as they host a Mother's Day Celebration on May 10th, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. There will be an open yoga class (no registration required), mimosa bar, and farmers' market with local vendors. Donations are appreciated. Vendors include: North Country Creamery, Wilson Studios, Hex and Hop, JMG Woodworking, Cook Family Farm, Ryelyn By Design, The Adirondack Woodturner, Mace Chasm Farmers, Sunwarm Gardens, Juniper Hill Farms, Secret Mt. Creations, Ledgetop Orchard, Sapling Rustic Furniture, Crown Point Bread, Saranac River Ranch, Nourish, AHA Mushrooms, Gristmill Distilleries

Visit our jobs page for openings with member and partner organizations and regional nonprofits:

• Executive Director: Naturally Lewis
• Office Manager: Open Space Institute
• Cooperative Business Developer: Cooperative Development Institute 
• Executive Director: Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Butterfly House Coordinator: Paul Smith’s College VIC
• Development Officer: Adirondack Council

Have an opening you want to promote? Send a web link to jobs@adirondack.org.