Playbook for City Projects and Funding at the Intersection of Early Childhood & Environmental Impacts
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2024
Level
City or Town
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Children & Families, Community Development, Environment & Natural Resources, Health
Air pollution, unsafe food and soils, substandard housing, and harmful procurement practices significantly impact early childhood development. Local governments are more agile than state and federal governments, and can implement policies related to climate change mitigation, public health and sustainabable procurement for their communities. This guide provides examples of successful initiatives from various cities, along with resources and funding opportunities to support similar projects.