Energy

Energy management is critical for local and state government agencies, focusing on sustainable practices, efficient resource utilization, and the transition to renewable energy sources. Governments play a crucial role in developing and implementing energy policies that reduce carbon emissions, lower costs, and ensure a reliable energy supply for their communities. This directory provides articles on energy, including discussions on related topics like SafeGov, which explores broader strategies for protecting communities from today’s threats.

In an effort to cut costs of maintaining and powering its street lights, a RI regional planning council is seeking state legislative help to acquire the assets. Inside we provide details on the legislation, cost savings and other similar efficiency activities
Long-term sustainability plans in NYC are aiming to cut carbon emissions by 30 percent by 2017. A public-private partnership has solar arrays being added to multiple city building rooftops. The entire program has no upfront cost for the city. Read inside for details of this and the Carbon Challenge issued to private businesses
Looking for a successful sustainability plan? Five years into a new Green Priority Initiative, Reno is saving more than $1.5M annually in energy costs. Likewise, Madison, WI, has created a public/private quality of life plan to reduce energy while simultaneously improving the health of its citizens. We give you access to their 80-page plan
The time has come for electric vehicles in EMS
Hawaiian Electric President Shelee Kimura acknowledged the company’s downed power line cause the first fire
Orlando will begin testing two driverless buses that will run daily on traditional bus routes
South Pasadena will lease 20 Teslas for a minimum of five years for various duties such as patrol, administration and detective work
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Novato Chief Bill Tyler said officials will work to ensure the facility has ample notification and warning systems to quickly stop potential fires from spreading
GO Virginia was created in 2016 by state lawmakers to administer grants from the Virginia Growth and Opportunity Fund
Under the Transportation and Climate Initiative, transportation emissions are projected to decline by up to 25% from 2022 to 2032.
American Electric Power Company will install the new LED smart lights as part of a pilot project
It’s a story of climate change, a housing crisis and an aging power system that, like much of the U.S. infrastructure, has fallen into disrepair.