Sparking a Community Broadband Revolution
Sparklight monopolization of East Carroll Parrish prompts leaders to build a fiber-to-the-home network for fast, affordable Internet. … Read More
Statement on NYC Community Composting Budget Cuts
“We strongly urge the Mayor and City Council to halt these short-sighted cuts and commit to long-term funding of the NYC Compost Project and GrowNYC.” – Brenda Platt, Director of the Composting for Community Initiative… Read More
ILSR’s 2023 Annual Report
Our 2023 annual report highlights the work we’ve done — through on-the-ground technical assistance, in-depth research and analysis, and coalition building with grassroots organizations — to instill racial and economic justice throughout our economy and empower local communities. … Read More
ILSR Awarded Major EPA Grant for Local Composting Outreach & Education
ILSR’s Community Composting Outreach and Education Project selected as a part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Recycling Education and Outreach grants. … Read More
Consolidation in the Cord-Cutting Era
From the Capitol to K Street, a Wisconsin native finds a home at Consumer Reports advocating for broadband access and affordability. … Read More
Save ACP And Then Some
With the $14.2 billion Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) on track to run out of funds by spring/early summer 2024, finally there is a request from the White House to extend funding for the program that over 21 million households now rely on to help pay for high-speed Internet service.… Read More
New Paths for Rural Electric Co-op Revival — Episode 196 of Local Energy Rules
Frances Sawyer and Maria McCoy discuss ILSR’s new report on rural electric co-ops and how federal dollars can meet the growing momentum of co-op member-owners organizing around affordability, clean energy, and local control.… Read More
Webinar: Healthy Soils and Compost in Policy: Synergies and Opportunities
Join us on World Soil Day to explore how policy can be leveraged to advance soil health practices, high-quality compost production, and compost use throughout the country, as featured in our Healthy Soils and Compost Policy Guide and beyond.… Read More
Investment Funds v. A Democratic Future
A community advocacy organization fought to transfer power from a fossil fuel-backed investment firm to community-driven clean energy. … Read More