01 Jul 2024
Grants & Funding Opportunities | July 2024
July is upon us, and our Office of Economic & Community Development at ECG has curated grants and funding opportunities to assist our #GAEnergyCities and communities in obtaining essential resources to advance current industries and attract new businesses. Below is our compilation of funding options tailored to your specific needs. Our featured opportunity is a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.
24 Jun 2024
Community Visioning: A Case Study
Welcome to the final segment of our Community Visioning series! So far, we’ve discussed the importance of Community Visioning and Implementing Your Community Vision. In this final part, we will explore how grants can be utilized to help implement specific projects and goals, as was the case with the City of Whigham, and how that aligns with the community’s collective vision.
18 Jun 2024
Embracing Progress: Highlights from our First Pop-Up Bus Tour in Troup County
We’re excited to share highlights from our inaugural ECG | MEAG Power Pop-Up Bus Tour through Troup County. The tour led us through West Point, LaGrange, and Hogansville, showcasing the positive developments and strong community spirit that defines our Georgia Energy Cities.
03 Jun 2024
Grants & Funding Opportunities | June 2024
Our Office of Economic & Community Development at ECG has curated grants and funding opportunities to assist our #GAEnergyCities and communities in obtaining essential resources for advancing current industries and attracting new businesses. Below is our compilation of funding options tailored to your specific needs. Our featured opportunity is from the U.S. Department of Labor.
21 May 2024
Future Use of GIS and AI for Economic & Community Development
How can generative AI and advanced analytics impact decision-making processes in government and academic settings? The University of Georgia (UGA) recently hosted the Developing Data Analytics Capabilities Conference. This conference, brought together professionals who work with data or want to learn more about data critical for helping state and local leaders make wise and strategic decisions.