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.
America’s mayors are on the front lines of promoting prosperous and safe communities, with aging urban infrastructure, policing, municipal finance, and their relationships with constituents, other cities and higher levels of government as top concerns
The National Disaster Resilience Competition was designed to promote risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, and resilience planning in communities where the risks of disaster are projected to increase substantially due to climate change
Dubuque, Coralville and Storm Lake will receive about $40 million of a nearly $97 million federal grant the state received to tackle flooding and water quality challenges, officials said at press conference
New studies and disaster plans are being deployed to identify risks associated with oil transportation and find solutions to mitigate negative impacts
Solar-capturing technology has made it easier to keep ambulances and fire trucks fully charged without leaving them running, and saves money
Communities worldwide are brainstorming strategies for dealing with increased water levels to preserve the integrity of infrastructure and public systems
Mandatory water use reductions have been imposed in response to a four-year drought and record-low snowfall that have greatly strained water supplies
Communities are investing in waste-to-energy projects as a means to diversify energy sources while diverting excess garbage from overused landfills
There is an economic and social benefit to many energy efficiency policies, and municipalities are becoming more focused on sustainability than ever before
Cities across the country are investing in energy efficiency building projects that include new developments and retrofitting with upgrades
Cities continue to set aggressive goals regarding energy efficiency and resource management
Many municipalities are taking advantage of grant programs and new technologies to support water system maintenance and innovation projects
Communities in the Northeast are taking advantage of funding opportunities to develop tools and technologies to prepare for severe storms in the future
The U.S. Department of Energy announced more than $59 million in federal grants will be directed toward solar energy programs across the country
Policies are in place to support multimodal transportation networks that offer users convenient and efficient options for navigating their communities
Pittsburgh has plans to retrofit 20 city trucks with new fueling systems to boost overall performance
Cities nationwide are finding unique ways to reduce energy costs for residents while improving long-term sustainability
GIS technology is helping municipal agencies monitor resources and plan data-driven projects more effectively
Tight budgets and availability of new energy resources are prompting school districts nationwide to find savings in energy efficiency projects and upgrades
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