What Does UEP do in Providence?
Providence’s Urban Environmental Program Approach EPA-New England’s UEP started a focused program in Providence, RI when the Program was formalized in 1995. Providence’s program has had considerable shift in staffing resources since its inception — but the development model has remained the same. Providence is fortunate to have an active base of environmental organizations dedicated to a variety of issues including lead poisoning, green space/vacant lots and water and air quality. UEP’s approach in Providence, RI has focused on linking together the efforts of active environmental non-profits with city, state, federal government, academia, and industry to promote urban environmental restoration and improvements in public health. The strategy for improving environmental quality and public health is the UEP Community Development Pyramid, which outlines a five phase model to develop an infrastructure and community capacity for achieving long term results. Click here for larger view. UEP s
