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HBCU Coalition
Dec 13, 20223 min read
How to Enjoy a Happy Holiday Debt-Free
We have all heard the saying, "it's better to give than receive." But that's easier said than done when you have a limited budget. So how...
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HBCU Coalition
Dec 6, 20224 min read
Clean Energy Accelerates Climate Justice
Illinois passed historic legislation in 2021, putting them on the path toward 100% clean energy. The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act could...
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HBCU Coalition
Nov 9, 20223 min read
Is a Smart Flower the Future of Solar?
With solar adoption accelerating rapidly due to climate change and rising energy costs, it was just a matter of time before someone...
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HBCU Coalition
Nov 9, 20224 min read
Why HBCUs Matter So Much
If you’re reading this blog, chances are that you’re currently attending an HBCU, graduated from one, or are interested in their future....
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HBCU Coalition
Oct 17, 20223 min read
How Financially Literate is Gen Z?
Which generation is the most financially savvy? Which one is the least financially literate? If you answered Gen Z to either question,...
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HBCU Coalition
Sep 29, 20224 min read
How to Turn Your Environmental Passion into a Career
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Do you want to use your talent to create a lasting impact? Then you're not...
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HBCU Coalition
Sep 14, 20224 min read
How HBCUs Are Helping Reduce the Racial Wealth Gap
Black households have a fraction of the wealth of white households, leaving them in a much more precarious financial situation when a...
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HBCU Coalition
Aug 22, 20223 min read
HBCU Clean Energy Initiative is Recipient of Sloan Foundation Grant
This grant will support research that addresses energy insecurity and distributional equity. The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation was...
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HBCU Coalition
Aug 11, 20223 min read
African American Organizations Are Working to Narrow the Wealth Gap
The median wealth for a white family was $188,200 in 2019, compared to $24,100 for Black families, according to the Federal Reserve’s...
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HBCU Coalition
Jul 25, 20223 min read
Five Reasons Solar is a Good Investment
You're looking at your electricity bill, and it just keeps getting higher every month. You've tried to cut back on the AC; you only use...
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HBCU Coalition
Jul 18, 20224 min read
How Your Money Personality Affects Your Financial Health
What is your personality type? Are you the life of the party, or do you tend to be more of a homebody? Are you a free spirit, or would...
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HBCU Coalition
Jun 22, 20225 min read
Four African American Environmentalists Fighting for Climate Justice
In February 2022, the EPA announced plans to form an internal council to identify opportunities for more significant partnerships with...
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HBCU Coalition
Jun 13, 20222 min read
Celebrate Juneteenth with Financial Freedom
Juneteenth is a memorable holiday for African Americans. It’s a time to recognize an often-painful history and celebrate African American...
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HBCU Coalition
Jun 10, 20221 min read
Our Money Matters Interviewed on Yahoo Finance!
Don't miss this interview with Sharon Kent, Program Director of Our Money Matters on Yahoo Finance! Sharon gets to the roots of how we...
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HBCU Coalition
May 28, 20222 min read
How Much Do You Know About Solar Energy? Take our Quiz to Find Out
Solar is the most widely available and accessible way for the world to lower their dependance on fossil fuels. With prices decreasing...
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HBCU Coalition
May 11, 20224 min read
The Pros and Cons of Student Loan Forgiveness
Part One in a Two-Part Series For many Americans, taking on student loan debt is the only way they can afford to go to college. Among the...
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HBCU Coalition
Apr 18, 20224 min read
Ten Ways to Make a Difference on Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day and this year’s theme is “Invest in Our Planet”. And that means investing money, time, and innovation. It also...
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HBCU Coalition
Apr 11, 20223 min read
How To Get Involved in Financial Literacy Month 2022
April is Financial Literacy Month, and it's an excellent opportunity to look at your own financial health and learn how to improve it....
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HBCU Coalition
Mar 24, 20223 min read
Five Solar Trends in 2022
As the U.S. sanctions imports of Russian oil in response to its’ invasion of Ukraine, we have yet another rationale to move more quickly...
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