"We need to understand that while the climate crisis is the threat of our lifetime, it is also an incredible economic opportunity to address the systemic environmental, economic and social inequities that exist for Black and Brown communities"
- Kerry Bowie | Executive Director & President
OUR FUNDERS
ABOUT US
Browning the Green Space (BGS) is a Massachusetts-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to accelerate an equitable clean energy transition by developing diverse talent, strengthening BIPOC-led clean energy businesses, and shaping policies that reduce structural barriers.
Through trusted relationships, a unique cross-sector network, and deep climate expertise, BGS serves as a bridge between community organizations, employers, policymakers, and innovators—ensuring that clean energy growth directly benefits the communities most excluded from climate opportunity.
OUR PROGRAMS
BGS has launched a series of initiatives in support of our mission. Two are highlighted below.
To see all of BGS initiatves, please click the "View All Programs" button below.
ACCEL
The Advancing Climatetech and Clean Energy Leaders (ACCEL) Program, a proven accelerator
from Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space (BGS), is dedicated to supporting BIPOC
and women led startups as they develop critical climatetech solutions by offering access to
funding, education, resources, and networks that structural inequities often put out of reach.
ACCESS
The Accelerating Contractors of Color in Energy for Sustainable Success (ACCESS) is a 10-week paid contractor boot camp that provides aspiring contractors of color with curated business coaching, access to capital, and connections to customers, clients, and potential partners that can support in the launch and growth of a successful contracting business in the region’s high-demand clean energy industry.
SUCCESS STORY
If you have ever thought about starting a green business or are a current woman or BIPOC business owner; this program is a MUST! ACCESS has truly given me the tools, strategies, support, and mentorship that my company needs to successfully scale.
Beth Griffith, Renewable Renegades ACCESS '22 Graduate
KERRY BOWIE
BGS CO-FOUNDER
"The racial wealth gap and climate change present urgent and fundamental challenges that require our attention and investment. At Browning the Green Space, we are removing barriers and building bridges to create jobs, build wealth and reduce energy burden in communities of color."
