Blueprint for Just Transition
Engaging Diverse Stakeholder perspectives
Public Agencies
State and federal public agencies can play a unique role in transition efforts. Depending on the agency, they have the ability to bring funding resources, provide technical assistance and research, and have the authority to pass transition legislation. However, some public agencies' actions can also create barriers to transition efforts. Tracking your state and federal agencies' stance on the energy transition can help communities determine when and how to engage.
What They Bring to the Table
Federal agencies often have funding available to assist in the planning and implementation of transition activities as well as infrastructure and community facilities that can help stabilize a community. See the Finding Funding page for funding opportunities available through public agencies.
State agencies may be a good place to check for potential partnership opportunities to implement programs and policies to advance your community’s transition. These can range from housing to job creation. You may also need to check with your state agencies regarding tax abatement or special taxation districts and other incentives to attract businesses.
Research your state and federal public agencies early in the transition process to determine what resources may be available or how you may be able to partner.
Public agencies commonly involved in transition efforts:
Common Role of Federal and State Public Agencies
- Funding—See the Finding Funding page for funding opportunities available through public agencies.
- Technical Assistance and Program Partners—Building partnerships with state and federal agencies can lead to innovative programs that support community transitions, including workforce development, entrepreneurial and business development, educational programs, and site remediation.
- Policy—State and federal policies can have an impact on the support communities receive after a coal mine or coal plant closure. See the Policy page for an overview of federal policies that impact a just transition and for information on developing a state transition fund.
- Incentives—State and federal agencies can provide incentives such as reduced taxes, historic tax credits, and deferral of capital gains to attract new businesses to a community and promote redevelopment of a coal plant or mine.
