1. Coastal Hazards, Risk and Environmental Justice
2015 InTeGRATE Workshop:
Coastal Hazards, Risk and Environmental Justice
Charles E. Allen, III
Co-Founder & Board Member
Lower 9th Ward Center for Sustainable Engagement and Development (CSED)

3. A Resident’s Role Post-Katrina?
Locating dispersed residents from near & far
Facilitating community dialogue on neighborhood recovery
Bringing together resources (human, material, & financial)
Bringing information to residents from various authorities
Helping shape community vision for recovery & long-term future (Vision for an energy efficient, sustainable community)

4. Preferred Skills/Experiences in Entry-level Hires
Community-based outdoor field experiences in the environment
Eagerness and/or experience in engaging many different groups/audiences from a diverse array of backgrounds
Experience in convening/facilitating group meetings, etc.

5. Results – Coastal & Environmental
Completed implementation of NOLA WISE program with the U.S. Department of Energy grant resources
Began assessment of energy usage of active municipal buildings and structures
Coordinated with Sewerage and Water Board and other key agencies such as City Planning Commission on City’s new storm water management permit and program

6. Results – Coastal & Environmental
Strategic partnership with the S&WB, LA Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority, US. Army Corps of Engineers and others on water management and flood protection
High quality rating from LA Dept. of Natural Resources on Local Coastal Zone Management Program
Recycled 9,000 Christmas trees for coastal wetlands restoration in Bayou Sauvage in New Orleans East
Hosted community coastal forums in partnership with National Wildlife Federation