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Former Chemical Facility Built out in 3 years: Economic and Social Benefits accrue to Community

The former Oakley Chemical facility was sold in late 2020 and is completely built-out with over 1,724,455 SF of new industrial distribution space. The site has attracted major players to the area, investing over $1 billion for new development and infrastructure due to the site’s size, community support, and significant labor pool to fill 1200 […]

Introducing the New Redevelopment Trailblazers Webinar Series

Introducing the New Redevelopment Trailblazers Webinar Series

In keeping with the tradition of providing cutting-edge information about redevelopment trends, our partner organization, the Redevelopment Institute, is reinaugurating the webinar series it started in 2006! Now called the Redevelopment Trailblazers Webinar Series, the program will continue to focus on best practices and innovative approaches across the redevelopment landscape. While America is constantly rebuilding […]

CCLR Breakfast Panel

Vita Nuova Advances Community Revitalization Strategies, Opportunities at Brownfields 2023

Vita Nuova has maintained a consistent presence at EPA‘s Brownfields Training Conference since its inception. Last month in Detroit, we contributed to another exceptional conference, leading sessions at Brownfields University and participating in panel discussions and roundtables throughout the week. This unique conference brings together experienced brownfield professionals and newcomers, fostering public-private partnerships and innovation […]

Vita Nuova: Pioneering the Energy Transition with Innovative Services

Vita Nuova: Pioneering the Energy Transition with Innovative Services

Vita Nuova is proud to announce our groundbreaking Energy Transition services. Drawing on years of expertise in revitalizing complex and excess properties, Vita Nuova is at the forefront of the industry, offering innovative solutions and comprehensive services that pave the way for a more sustainable future. With the rapid growth of renewable energy, Vita Nuova […]

Project Spotlight: A New Vision for the Former Pillsbury Mills Site

Project Spotlight: A New Vision for the Former Pillsbury Mills Site

Vita Nuova’s new Project Spotlight series showcases inspiring stories of redevelopment and community revitalization. In this first edition, we feature the transformation of the former Pillsbury Mills site in Springfield, Illinois. Once a vibrant symbol of pride, this sprawling 18-acre complex with 26 buildings and 190 grain storage silos served as a bustling food processing […]

Vita Nuova Supports EPA’s Land Revitalization Program in Transforming Former Dana College

Vita Nuova Supports EPA’s Land Revitalization Program in Transforming Former Dana College

Vita Nuova is helping to re-envision a bankrupted college campus for reuse. Dana College, a former private college in Blair, Nebraska, that ceased operations in 2010, sits on a 150-acre campus. The project, known as Transformation Hill, recently received $17.4 million in funding to redevelop two former dormitories into 61 affordable apartments. Funding sources include […]

Vita Nuova Member Will Warren Selected for Appalachian Leadership Institute Fellowship

Vita Nuova Member Will Warren Selected for Appalachian Leadership Institute Fellowship

Vita Nuova Member Will Warren has been selected for the Appalachian Regional Commission’s Appalachian Leadership Institute, which empowers its fellows to address the Appalachian region’s unique economic challenges.  The ARC partners with the federal government and 13 state governments to help Appalachian communities achieve economic growth and socioeconomic parity with the nation. Mr. Warren is […]

Vita Nuova Lends Expertise on Solar Siting Best Practices for EPA’s RE-Powering Initiative

Vita Nuova Lends Expertise on Solar Siting Best Practices for EPA’s RE-Powering Initiative

EPA’s RE-Powering America’s Land initiative encourages renewable energy development on current and formerly contaminated lands, landfills, and mine sites when such development aligns with the community’s vision for the site. Supporting this effort, Vita Nuova assisted the agency in updating its “BEST PRACTICES FOR SITING SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICS ON MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS” document, specifically with the sections pertaining to […]

2023 Grant Funding Announced

2023 Grant Funding Announced

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that approximately $169 million in funding is available for Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grants under the Fiscal Year 2023 grant competitions. This funding, which is boosted by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, represents a significant investment in overburdened and underserved communities.EPA anticipates awarding approximately 198 […]