Featuring a presentation from Jim Purcell, Director of Development & Programs with Energize Delaware, this session focused on outlining opportunities to positively impact the socioeconomic position of thousands of Delawareans and promote climate resilience through the Empowerment Grant program. Powered by the Energy Equity Fund, the Empowerment Grant seeks to support impactful and innovative energy equity projects in underserved communities. Participants learned about the grant program and engage in conversation on opportunities to address energy needs in their communities.

This session is the latest in the Institute for Public Administration's Recover Delaware Roundtable series. Launched in partnership with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency, this series features conversations on economic trends, community needs, and opportunities impacting Delaware's ongoing recovery from the pandemic.