We believe that it’s not enough to work in the land reuse sphere. Brownfield redevelopment needs leadership at the federal level to advocate for policies and appropriations that support the equitable and responsible cleanup and reuse of underutilized, blighted, or environmentally impacted land. That is why CCLR co-manages the National Brownfields Coalition in collaboration with Smart Growth America.
Policy Development and Advocacy
The Coalition develops, raises awareness of, and advocates for policies and practices that support the remediation and redevelopment of brownfields nationwide. A unifying, non-partisan, and respected voice, the Coalition identifies challenges and opportunities for brownfields and pursues collaborative efforts to promote positive changes.
The National Brownfields Coalition works to:
- Advocate for federal legislation such as the Brownfields Utilization, Investment, and Local Development Act (BUILD Act).
- Support the improvement of federal environmental liability regulations.
- Produce best-in-class research that highlights best practices and lessons learned in brownfield redevelopment.
- Convene national leaders in brownfields to increase their expertise, leadership, and relationships on brownfields policy.
- Advocate annually for robust federal funding for brownfield programs at both the federal and state levels.
Get Involved
Contact your representative about our latest initiative – the recent reintroduction of the Brownfields Redevelopment Tax Incentive (H.R. 4427).
Members of the Coalition inform strategy, collaborate on projects, and help make the case for brownfield cleanup and redevelopment nationwide.
National Brownfields Coalition by the Numbers
Featured Expert
Jean Hamerman serves as CCLR Executive Director and manages CCLR’s involvement in the National Brownfield Coalition. With over 20 years of experience in brownfields redevelopment, her network and knowledge of the field is invaluable to the efforts of the Coalition.
CCLR helps those who have the biggest stake in revitalizing their neighborhoods with their brownfield redevelopment efforts. Learn more about the assistance opportunities and additional programs that are available to you and your community.
Advocating for brownfields funding and policy on a federal level is a necessity of our work. Check out our blog from 2019 about how advocacy makes brownfields programs better.
Do you agree that coordinated advocacy strengthens opportunities for brownfields redevelopment across the county? We can’t do this vital work without your help. Consider supporting CCLR either individually or through your company.
