Green Grants Program

Green Grants Program is sponsored by Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The CTA Green Grants Program funds green initiatives in and around Las Vegas, supporting projects like solar panel installation, food rescue programs, and urban forestry.

Join Us in Supporting Local STEM Education Since the start of the Green Grants Program, CTA has invested nearly $800,000 in grants to fund green initiatives in and around Las Vegas, demonstrating its commitment to the community and the environment. Some of the green initiatives that CTA has supported through the Green Grants Program include: The installation of solar panels and energy-efficient lighting at local schools and non-profits.

Support the expansion of a food rescue program. Lighting up the classic Welcome to Las Vegas sign with solar power. Planting trees and helping build school gardens.

CTA awards the grants annually to organizations that demonstrate a clear vision, measurable goals, and a positive impact on the environment and the community. The grant recipients are selected by a panel of experts from CTA. The grant amount varies depending on the scope and scale of the project, but typically ranges from $10,000 to $50,000 per recipient.

"Food rescue enables us to promote environmentally sustainable practices while significantly impacting the lives of more than 341,000 neighbors facing hunger,” said Beth Martino, president and CEO of Three Square Food Bank. “Thanks to the Greener Grant Program, Three Square can ensure quality, wholesome food is distributed to those in need instead of ending up in landfills.

We are deeply grateful for their support as we strive to end hunger in Southern Nevada”. "Thanks to the visionary support from CTA's Green Grant, ImpactNV has achieved monumental strides in sustainability across Southern Nevada.

From illuminating the iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign with solar power to accelerating our 10 Year, 100,000 tree urban forestry program, our partnership has not only transformed our landscape but also set a new standard for sustainable development. Together, we are paving the way towards a brighter, greener, more resilient future for our community”.

“The Green Grant we received from the Consumer Technology Association allowed us to add solar tables to enhance the outdoor space on campus for our students, thereby encouraging a healthy environment for the rigors of medical school. Students can enjoy the use of their devices in the outdoors with better access to charging and Wi-Fi capabilities. These solar tables have been a welcome addition to the Touro University Nevada campus”.

Other Sustainability Initiatives: At CES 2024, CTA launched the Consumer Technology Circularity Initiative (CTCI), a groundbreaking and voluntary industry initiative to reduce waste, encourage more reuse, enhance recycling, reduce climate impact, and see less disposal of consumer electronics.

It builds on efforts in the environmental and sustainability field organized by CTA during the past decade focused on scrap consumer electronics collected for recycling. CTA’s Board of Industry Leaders is committed to industry-led efforts that promote environmental sustainability. Recently, the organization has led the development of technology standards focused on energy management, production, and consumption.

Join Us in Supporting Local STEM Education Together, we can make a difference in the lives of Las Vegas residents, ensuring the city remains a hub for innovation, education, and opportunity. Note: CTA is not affiliated with these organizations.

West Career and Technical Acadamy: West Career and Technical Academy’s mission is to inspire our students to compete successfully in the 21st century by providing a college preparatory education that utilizes project-based learning, real-world applications, and innovative technology.

Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas: Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas (CASLV) is a STEM-focused, college-prep public charter school that gives students in grades K-12 an opportunity to achieve their full potential. Doral Academy of Nevada: Doral Academy of Nevada fosters a creative community of learners who soar with determination, knowledge, and courage to achieve excellence.

The STEAM Academy at Cashman Middle School: Cashman Middle School is home to both a traditional, comprehensive middle school and a nationally recognized engineering magnet program. Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada: Activities in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience focus on four key areas: Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), outdoors, life skills, and entrepreneurship.

FIRST Nevada: FIRST Nevada is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization promoting FIRST ® robotics programs and STEAM education initiatives in Nevada. Discovery Children's Museum: DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is a non-profit organization that offers a one-of-a-kind experience for families in southern Nevada and tourists from all over the world.

At DISCOVERY, we put children’s needs for play, exploration, inspiration, belonging, and unique learning experiences above all else. Nevada Flight Crew: The Nevada Flight Crew is a youth ambassador program As Flight Crew members, children receive trainings on public speaking, advocacy, leadership, portfolio building, and event planning. They participate in STEM experiences, and engage with STEM mentors & professionals.

Communities in Schools of Southern Nevada: Communities In Schools of Nevada works to ensure students have what they need to succeed in school and achieve in life. We do this by taking a comprehensive approach to student development which addresses their basic, social-emotional and academic needs to unlock their potential.

NCWIT Nevada: The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) Nevada is a non-profit organization that works to increase the meaningful participation of girls and women in computing, IT, and STEM career fields.

Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival: Through accessible, engaging, and educational programming, the Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival strives to spark students' curiosity in STEM and ultimately to encourage them to consider careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

BIG & Digital: Provides and brings STEM films to local theatres for inner city youth and their families to help get more young people aware of STEM and Technology career options. Over 5000 students and their families have watched their lineup of films over the past 3-4 years.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada: Focused on Academic Success, Good Character & Leadership, and Healthy Lifestyles, Clubs provide youth with safe spaces, life-changing opportunities, and caring professionals to help them learn, grow, and become all they can be. Curious about something? Don't hesitate to ask?

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