About us
Building a Greener Future Together
El Verde Es Vida is a national movement empowering Latino communities to lead in climate action, clean energy, and environmental justice.
Our Mission
El Verde Es Vida is focused on mobilizing and empowering Latino communities to champion environmental justice, climate resilience, and clean energy solutions for a healthier and more sustainable future.
Our Vision
A world where every Latino community thrives in a cleaner, healthier environment, benefiting from equitable climate policies and economic opportunities in the green sector.
About IncludUs Fund
El Verde Es Vida is a project of IncludUs Fund, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equity and opportunity for historically underserved communities. IncludUs Fund develops and supports initiatives focused on civic engagement, environmental justice, education, and economic empowerment.
The Challenge
Latino communities are disproportionately impacted by pollution, extreme heat, and lack of access to clean energy.
Latinos experience 75% higher pollution exposure from vehicles in certain U.S. regions.
Low-income Latino households spend a disproportionate amount on energy costs.
The Latino workforce in renewable energy is far below its population representation.
Our Opportunity
Latinos are a powerful force for change!
80% of Latinos support climate action.
5 million+ Latinos will be engaged in environmental justice through our work.
El Verde Es Vida is creating solutions that empower communities while protecting the planet.
How We Make an Impact
Cultural
Integration
Using music, storytelling, and influencers to make climate action relatable.
Event
Activations
Community festivals, EV test drives, tree planting, and clean energy showcases.
Climate
Resilience
Supporting vulnerable communities through restoration projects.
Green Jobs Training
Expanding economic opportunities in clean energy industries.
Education & Advocacy
Mobilizing Latino leaders and families for climate justice policies.
Where we work
El Verde Es Vida is active in Arizona, California, Texas, Nevada, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, New York, and the D.C. Metro Area.
We focus on communities with high Latino populations that are most impacted by climate change.
We collaborate with local partners and organizations to maximize impact.
