Since 1954
The power of community
Since 1954
The power of community
Cityscapes Summit 2026 brought hundreds of economic development, community, and local government leaders to New Orleans for three days of learning, connection, and action. This year’s Summit featured more than 20 mainstage and breakout sessions, six tours and site visits, two conversation dinners, and a Makers Market showcasing more than 15 local small businesses.
The Energy Research Session convened and curated by Henry Golatt, Karen Soares, and the HBCU Community Development Action Coalition (CDAC), brought together researchers, practitioners, and community leaders to ask whether Black researchers, HBCUs, and Minority Serving Institutions are receiving equitable access to research funding and opportunities.
The following videos highlight the summit’s overarching themes and how the energy research session spoke to them.
Cityscapes Summit 2026 Energy Research Session Recap:
The Cityscapes Recap video is the work product of New Growth Innovation Network Photo and Video Credits: Harlin Miller, www.wortheartists.com
Overview of Cityscapes Summit 2026 Energy Research Session:
Overview Video Photo Credits: Harlin Miller, www.wortheartists.com and Voiceover Credits: Vince “The Voice” Bailey, www.vincethevoice.com.
Watch the extended Focus Group-Styled Interviews with session attendees:
Interviews and video content are work products of Sarah Townes, Ella Nielsen, and meridiancreativegroup.com
View or download published papers on this body of research:
Listen to the Green Streets Forum Cityscapes Podcast Series:
Interviews and podcasts are work products of Green Streets Forum and USB Solar.
Research Convening Proceedings edited by Carly Rixham