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.
The U.S. is no longer a signer to the Paris Accord, a global climate change agreement. But hundreds of American cities are already taking climate action.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory with Purdue University determined that a titanium crystal could replace silicon in solar cells.
The city of Albuquerque is financing $25M in solar panels through energy savings and federal bond credits. City buildings going solar will save taxpayers $20M over 30 years.
The Dublin San Ramon Services District deployed a website with an advanced content management system and a mobile-friendly platform to improve communication
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100 speakers and over 950 attendees gathered in Boston to discuss the latest trends and the new energy paradigm for more resilient and sustainable cities
As waters recede, the lake has given up long-submerged secrets — a ghost town and B-29 bomber among them
Munich wants to build a network of bike lanes running through the city and into the suburbs, in a bid to encourage car-free commuting
The National League of Cities analyzed 100 “state of the city” speeches by mayors of U.S. cities of varying size and region
The National Weather Service warns a rash of record-breaking warm weather has created the perfect condition for blazes in Seattle
New Climate Economy report says local action is among measures that could make up shortfall in emissions cuts from pledges ahead of Paris summit
With the final Clean Power Plan rule coming out soon, many states will begin a thorough stakeholder engagement process to build out implementation plans
Report calls for NYC to phase in more stringent building energy code standards to achieve the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 80 percent by 2050
The Clean Power Plan poses significant challenges for states that rely on coal-fired power plants for much of their electricity
Experts recommend six fixes California can implement based on Australia’s successful water allocation system reforms
Annapolis could leap to the front of the green-energy movement if plans for a 16.8-megawatt solar energy facility are approved
A stormwater filtration system and a new street sweeper to help stop pollutants from flowing into Mill Creek is in the works for the city of Walla Walla
Despite its widespread use for crop irrigation, Nebraska’s groundwater supply has remained stable while other states struggle with shortages
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