In sub-Saharan Africa, solar power is benefitting people, communities and the planet
Programs supported by the Mott Foundation are increasing the use of solar power among farmers and other businesses in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Mining that fuels the global transition to renewable energy may threaten Indigenous communities
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Mott responds to war in Ukraine
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In sub-Saharan Africa, solar power is benefitting people, communities and the planet
Programs supported by the Mott Foundation are increasing the use of solar power among farmers and other businesses in sub-Saharan Africa.
Environment
Mining that fuels the global transition to renewable energy may threaten Indigenous communities
The Mott Foundation provided funding for a recent summit in Argentina where Indigenous leaders discussed how to address concerns about lithium mining.
Education
Transforming Mizzen by Mott into Mizzen Education, Inc.
As the education field faces seismic change, the nonprofit provides a free online platform with high-quality content to support out-of-school-time educators.
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Mott responds to war in Ukraine
The Mott Foundation stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
Environment
A Flint River sturgeon netted in Saginaw Bay signals progress in restoring the prehistoric species
Efforts to restore lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes are gaining traction and generating public interest in the prehistoric fish.
Flint Area
Mott Foundation grants $10 million to support Beecher High School renovations
The fully renovated Beecher High School will feature 20 classrooms with innovative spaces that could serve up to 500 students.
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It’s beyond time: Flint residents deserve payment from water crisis settlement
It’s time to start benefitting kids and families who were impacted by one of the worst man-made public health disasters in history.
Flint Area
Video series celebrates Flint
The Mott Foundation has launched a series of occasional videos celebrating some of the vibrant people, programs and places that are the heartbeat of our city.
Environment
New approach to managing an old forest in northern Michigan could yield multiple benefits
With funding from the Mott Foundation, a conservation group is charting a new course for forest management in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
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Do Diesel à Energia Solar: Como a Energia Solar Está Transformando e Empoderando uma Comunidade Amazônica
Vila Limeira, uma comunidade ribeirinha tradicional na Amazônia, é alimentada 100% por uma mini-rede solar, impulsionando a agricultura, reduzindo custos e preservando a floresta tropical.