Con Edison has announced it will provide $15 million in grants to nonprofit organizations in New York City and Westchester County. The funding aims to support efforts in climate resilience, clean energy workforce development, and environmental justice.
The grants, which are funded by investors, range from $25,000 to $150,000. According to Con Edison, the funds are expected to help train 1,800 people for clean energy jobs, preserve 1,900 acres of green space, and support community-led climate adaptation strategies for thousands of residents.
Additionally, the Consolidated Edison Foundation is distributing 10 grants totaling $1.1 million to promote energy affordability in the region. The largest of these is a $750,000 grant to Habitat for Humanity. This grant will help expand access to affordable, energy-efficient housing through Habitat’s Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), which lends to both existing affordable housing buildings and developers working on new sustainable housing.
“Con Edison is committed to supporting and partnering with these community organizations working every day to improve the quality of life for people in the neighborhoods we serve,” said Jen Hensley, senior vice president, Corporate Affairs of Con Edison. “These grants, funded by our investors, highlight the impact of local action in driving climate solutions and creating equitable opportunities for all New Yorkers.”
Sabrina Lippman, CEO of Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County, said: “Con Edison has long been a trusted partner in our mission to build a more equitable and sustainable New York. Their deep commitment to energy efficiency and environmental stewardship has helped ensure that working families not only have access to affordable housing—but to homes that are healthy, resilient, and future-ready. We are profoundly grateful for this transformational investment, from the Consolidated Edison Foundation, which will fuel our work over the next three years to build and preserve sustainable homes, expand our capacity through the Habitat NYC Community Fund, and unlock critical public funding for greening upgrades in affordable co-ops. Together, we are not just building homes—we are building greener, more resilient communities for generations to come.”
Con Edison reports that its philanthropic grants have previously funded programs training more than 1,500 New Yorkers in clean energy and technology careers and have engaged over 4,000 youth in green economy career exploration.
Among this year’s recipients is The Doe Fund’s Ready, Willing & Able HVAC Career Track program. This initiative combines transitional work, housing, and career training for adults experiencing homelessness. It offers four-week training cohorts with EPA 608 and OSHA 30 certifications and reports an 85 percent completion rate.
“We’re proud to partner with Con Edison to deliver transformational opportunities to the New Yorkers we serve,” said Irene Branche, senior vice president of External Affairs at The Doe Fund. “Thanks to their support, our nine-month HVAC skills training will prepare 40 Ready, Willing & Able participants for careers in sustainable building operations and maintenance. We’re grateful to Con Edison, Solar One, and the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority for helping us provide a pathway from homelessness to good jobs in a fast-growing field.”
Groundwork Hudson Valley (GWHV) received support for its Climate Safe Neighborhoods Initiative in Southwest Yonkers. The project involves residents in designing shade structures as part of local climate adaptation efforts.
“Throwing Shade on Extreme Heat shows what’s possible when Yonkers residents lead the way in tackling climate challenges,” said Oded Holzinger, Executive Director of Groundwork Hudson Valley. “By combining community voices with creative design, we are building solutions that bring relief, resilience, and equity to neighborhoods most affected by extreme heat.”
Masha Turchinsky, Director and CEO of Hudson River Museum, commented on an exhibition related to this work: “The results of this fruitful partnership resonate in Throwing Shade on Extreme Heat: Designing Shade Structures for Yonkers, on view at the Hudson River Museum through February 15, 2026. This interactive exhibition provides data on the impact of extreme heat in urban areas, fosters real community engagement, and features innovative designs for shade structures designed specifically for Yonkers.”
Another recipient is GOLES (Good Old Lower East Side), which leads planning for the redevelopment of the Baruch Baths into a climate-resilient greenspace park.
“This social justice grant supports a community-driven vision of resilience through the redevelopment of New York City’s oldest bathhouse,” said Damaris Reyes, Executive Director of Good Old Lower East Side. “After 50+ years this historic building represents a vital opportunity to restore community space through meaningful community engagement. By bringing together local elected officials, the community board, the parks department, and residents, we’re working to ensure that any future redevelopment plans reflect the needs and priorities of the neighborhood.”
The Prospect Park Alliance also received support for revitalizing 130 acres of natural areas in Brooklyn’s largest park.
“Prospect Park is home to Brooklyn’s last remaining upland forest, a true lifeline for New Yorkers in the borough with the least amount of green space per resident, and a haven for our community of people, plants and wildlife,” said Prospect Park Alliance President Morgan Monaco. “Green spaces are our first defense against the growing threat of climate change, and in light of severe weather events like the two-acre fire we experienced in the core of our woodland ravine last year, there has never been a more urgent need to sustain beloved public spaces like Prospect Park. Prospect Park Alliance’s Landscape Management team are the dedicated caretakers of the park’s vital natural areas and we are grateful for our partners at Con Edison for supporting our work to ensure that the park’s woodlands and waterways can thrive for generations to come. This funding will be instrumental in our ongoing work to steward our green gem in the heart of Brooklyn.”
Con Edison says it received over 300 grant submissions for its 2025 cycle. Its philanthropic efforts focus on education about extreme weather impacts, resiliency improvements, clean energy workforce development, and environmental justice initiatives.
The Consolidated Edison Foundation was established in 2023 as an independent nonprofit funded by Con Edison investors with a mission to promote greener communities with greater equity and resilience.
