What is the Equitable Community Revitalization Grant?

An Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) is more than just an

environmental assessment, investigation and cleanup grant; it is a promise to advance

environmental future for communities across California.

ECRG is a catalyst for community transformation. By targeting historically vulnerable

and disadvantaged communities, it helps rectify long-standing environmental injustices.

At its core, ECRG focuses on making contaminated properties safe, facilitating their

transformation into protective, usable spaces that foster environmental equity and public health. ECRG-funded projects create green spaces, commercial enterprises, and

housing developments, enhancing the quality of life for residents of the community.

Public participation ensures that community needs and voices are heard, leading to

outcomes that provide long-term economic and social advantages.

Administered by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Office of

Brownfields, ECRG ensures that land is safe for new development, directly aligning with

the Office of Brownfields’ mission.

This project is funded by the Equitable Community Revitalization Grant, supported by

California Climate Investments—a statewide initiative that uses Cap-and-Trade dollars

to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen the economy, and improve public

health and the environment.