FY 2025 Brownfields Job Training Listening Sessions

EPA hosted two listening sessions to gather insights for the Fiscal Year 2026 Brownfields Job Training Notice of Funding Opportunity. The listening sessions were focused on streamlining the application process and enhancing the program's impact. The recording of the Listening Sessions and the questions asked and EPA's response are below.

FY25 Brownfields Job Training Listening Session (pdf) (1.55 MB, January 2025)

FY25 Capacitación Laboral en Brownfields Subvenciones Sesión de escucha (pdf) (1.41 MB)

EPA is looking for your feedback on the application process, the information EPA makes available to support you during the application process, and overall program feedback. If you would like to provide written feedback, please email your feedback to brownfields@epa.gov by January 30. EPA asked the following questions during the listening sessions:

1. What specific challenges do you face when completing the application for the Brownfields Job Training Grant?
2. Are there particular sections of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) that you find confusing or overly complex?
3. Are there any parts of the Narrative (Section IV.E.) of the NOFO you believe are unnecessary?
4. Are there any program requirements stated in the NOFO that you believe are unnecessary or could be streamlined?
5. How do the current requirements impact your ability to apply for or manage the grant?
6. As we look to the future, what enhancements, changes, or feedback would you like to share with the EPA regarding the Brownfields Job Training Grant Program?
7. Is there anything else that you would like us to hear related to the NOFO and the program as a whole?
8. How helpful do you find the guidance documents and resources provided by EPA (including our Technical Assistance provider)? What improvements could be made?
9. Are there additional resources or support that would assist you in preparing a successful application?
10. How effective is the communication from EPA (including our Technical Assistance provider) regarding updates or changes to the grant program?
11. What type of support (e.g., webinars, one-on-one consultations) would you find beneficial during the application process?

Brownfields Job Training Listening Session 1 - January 14, 2025

Question and answers:

Brownfields Job Training Listening Session 1 Q&A (pdf) (144.25 KB, January 2025)

Recording:

Brownfields Job Training Listening Session 2 - January 15, 2025

Question and answers:

Brownfields Job Training Listening Session 2 Q&A (pdf) (179.07 KB, January 2025)

Recording: