2022 C3 In The News
C3’s Community Conversations on NBC29 News
(NBC29)
Every Friday Appearances Fall 2021- Present
NBC29 has invited local nonprofits to talk about their work in Central Virginia during their Community Conversations that air every Friday @ 4:00PM. Tune in to stay up to date, or check out our highlighted conversations here.
C3 offers recommendations for Charlottesville’s Climate Action Plan
(NBC29)
December 12th, 2022
Katies Ebinger, C3’s Climate Policy Analyst, joins NBC29 to talk about C3’s letter to Mayor Lloyd Snook and Vice Mayor Juandiego Wade, cosigned by over 300 community members, that offers recommendations for Charlottesville’s Climate Action Plan. Watch here.
C3 awarding $20k for energy upgrades to small, minority owned businesses
(NBC29)
December 9th, 2022
C3 is offering small, minority owned businesses $2,500 each to fund energy efficient upgrades like lighting or heating and cooling systems. Visit our website for more information and application timelines. Watch here.
VCN Legislative Watch Party
(NBC 29)
December 8th, 2022
This past Saturday, C3 hosted VA Conservation’s Legislative Watch Party at The Center. The event included a panel of local legislators and experts who talked about issues involving clean energy investment, education, and transit partnerships. Read here.
C3 Endorses Hexagon Solar Project in Albemarle
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
December 8th, 2022
Susan Kruse, executive director of C3, talks about new energy efficiency grants available for small, minority owned businesses and C3’s endorsement of the Hexagon solar Project in Albemarle County. Listen here.
Energy Efficiency Workshop
(NBC 29)
November 5th, 2022
Cville Tool Library and Community Climate Collaborative presented a free workshop at Cville Tools Library on home energy efficiency basics. The workshop explained the advantages of switching to solar and energy-efficient appliances as well as how to generally reduce energy usage. Watch here.
Energy Efficiency Workshop
(NBC 29)
November 5th, 2022
Cville Tool Library and Community Climate Collaborative presented a free workshop at Cville Tools Library on home energy efficiency basics. The workshop explained the advantages of switching to solar and energy-efficient appliances as well as how to generally reduce energy usage. Watch here.
Susan Kruse on the 5-year Anniversary of C3
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
October 13th, 2022
Susan Kruse, C3’s Executive Director, joins Courtney Stuart on WINA News Radio to mention the recent success of C3’s fifth anniversary party and different ways that Charlottesville residents can get involved and voice their opinions on the recently released climate action plan draft. Listen here.
Susan Kruse Talks C3’s Party for the Planet
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
September 8th, 2022
Susan Kruse, C3’s Executive Director, joins Courtney Stuart on WINA News Radio to talk about the upcoming Party for the Planet on October 7th and other important developments with Charlottesville’s climate action plan. Listen here.
C3 and PHA help Teens Tackle Community Issues
(CBS19)
August 18th, 2022
C3 and the Piedmont Housing Alliance have partnered up with Charlottesville youth to give a traditionally underrepresented group a voice. The teens have spent their time this summer making Charlottesville a more equitable community through the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Youth Ambassador Program. Listen as these young leaders describe their experiences with the program so far as well as the goals they hope to tackle next. Watch here.
Teri Kent of Community Climate Collaborative & the Inflation Reduction Act
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
August 11th, 2022
Teri Kent, director of communications at C3, explains the impact of the historic Inflation Reduction Act and previews the city’s Climate Action Workshop happening on Aug. 17. Listen here.
New Decision from SCOTUS Limiting EPA
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
July 14th, 2022
Susan Kruse, executive director of C3, describes the impact of the Supreme Court decision limiting the ability of the EPA to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. Listen here.
Youth in the Friendship Court Community Became ‘JEDI’ Youth Ambassadors
(CBS19)
June 30, 2022
C3 and Piedmont Housing Alliance teamed up to launch a summer program for youth in the Friendship Court Community. This program introduces teens to global issues such as climate change and challenges them to create solutions surrounding the issue. Watch here.
Need a Dose of Climate Optimism? Look to Charlottesville Business Collaborative
(Energy News Network)
May 19, 2022
In this news report, Elizabeth McGowan discusses the Community Climate Collaborative’s Green Business Alliance (GBA). The GBA includes 16 members who pledged in the spring of last year to reduce their carbon emissions by 45% by the end of 2025. C3’s Director of Corporate Sustainability, Coles Jennings, shares his work with the GBA and how it is important for businesses to become “a collective voice for climate.” Read here.
How Local Businesses are Reducing Their Carbon Footprint | CRN
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
May 12th, 2022
Executive Director Susan Kruse shares the success local businesses have achieved in reducing their carbon footprints.
GBA Reduces Emissions by 28% in its First Year
(NBC 29)
May 12th, 2022
One year after its launch, the Green Business Alliance has already decreased its emissions by 28% by installing solar panels, moving to eco-friendly buildings, and creating climate action plans. The GBA continues to expand its influence, offering tips and knowledge to other Charlottesville businesses and industries. Read here.
Albemarle Fourth-graders Take Home Climate Action Activity Kits
(CBS19)
April 13, 2022
In this news report, Franklin Spain covers how The Community Climate Collaborative and the Virginia Discovery Museum teamed up with Albemarle County Public Schools science teachers to put together Climate Action Activity Kits for students in the area. These kits were brought to over 800 4th graders in 12 Albemarle County Public Schools. They will help students learn more about natural resources and be the next generation of climate action leaders. Watch here.
NBC29’s Dominga Murray also covered this story with interviews from three students and a Woodbrook Elementary School Science teacher Ms. Habbershon!
C3 Climate Initiatives Underway for Households and Local Government
(Charlottesville Right Now on WINA)
February 22, 2022
Courteney Stuart interviews Susan Kruse, Executive Director of C3, to talk about climate initiatives underway for households, businesses and local government. She discusses the five core campaigns at C3 that work to improve climate solutions through community engagement, advocacy, business outreach, and actionable plans. Listen here.