News and Events

Find the latest updates on our initiatives, stories from communities we support, and announcements on upcoming events. Follow our journey as we work with local leaders, businesses, developers, community lenders, and other partners to generate new economic opportunities in rural communities. Whether you’re here to stay informed or get involved, this page is your go-to source for what’s happening at the Green Bank for Rural America.

Upcoming Events

  • December 4, 2-3:30pm: Green Bank for Rural America Launch Event 
  • December 5, 2-3:00pm: Mastering the Application Process (focus: applicants – CDFIs, non-profit lenders, public lenders)
  • December 6, 2-3:00pm: Community Engagement Session with WV Community Development Hub (focus: community leaders, local development leaders, CDFIs, non-profit lenders, public lenders)
  • December 13, 2-3:00pm: Workforce Development Session with Coalfield Development Corporation (focus: project sponsors and developers, business owners, CDFIs, non-profit lenders, public lenders, community lenders)
  • TBD: Investor Impact Session (focus: banks, philanthropies, impact investors, other investment partners)
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News and Updates

Appalachian Community Capital Names Daniel Wallace as President and CEO of Green Bank for Rural America

Appalachian Community Capital (ACC) proudly announces Daniel Wallace as the new Chief Executive Officer to lead the Green Bank for Rural America (Green Bank). ACC started the Green Bank to provide...
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Join the Green Bank for Rural America for a series of events beginning December 4 – Nationwide Program Launch!

The Green Bank for Rural America is pleased to invite community lenders, partners, and local leaders to kick-off a series of events to support rural communities nationwide. Join the Green Bank on...
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Appalachian Community Capital receives $500 million award from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund – Clean Communities Investment Accelerator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Christiansburg, VA, August 16, 2024 – Appalachian Community Capital (ACC) today formally announced the Green Bank for Rural America, an ambitious initiative aimed at empowering...
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EPA press release: EPA Awards $27B in Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Grants to Accelerate Clean Energy Solutions, Combat the Climate Crisis, and Save Families Money

On the 2-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act, award recipients can now begin accessing funds to mobilize financing for thousands of climate and clean energy projects...
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