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.
Everyone 38 and younger lived their entire life in higher-than-average temperatures, according to science group
A bottled water company owned in part by Sean “Diddy” Combs and Mark Wahlberg is pledging to donate 1 million bottles of water to the residents of Flint, Michigan
A constant dripping or dribbling of water from a pipe can be more than just a little annoying. A leak of any size can lead to a variety of problems - big and small
Cities across the country are tapping into state and federal grants designed to encourage the use of clean energy technologies by agencies and businesses
Many municipalities are implementing modest changes to energy strategies that are generating significant, sustainable savings
Fargo is considering installing a geothermal heat pump underneath its new city hall that is estimated to save $18,100 in utility costs
Communities across the country are reexamining their waste department practices to find opportunities for significant savings and improvements to efficiency
Cities worldwide are taking aggressive steps to reduce carbon emissions, increase investment in clean energy and boost economic growth in the process.
Cities in Scandinavian countries are setting aggressive goals and investing heavily in renewable energy to reduce emissions and increase sustainability
Cities are investing in water technologies that alert users to inefficiencies and provide more accurate meter readings for increased savings
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently released a new framework to help municipalities meet national water quality goals amid resource constraints
Chicago has added commitment to its energy efficient buildings initiative that includes investing in upgrades to apartment buildings throughout the city
Cities are investing in large-scale renewable energy developments to take advantage of income generated from the assets
San Diego recently approved a 20-year water recycling program that will purify up to 15 million additional gallons of drinkable water per day by 2023
A renewable energy program proposed for San Francisco may create more than 8,100 construction jobs throughout the city
Public agencies are realizing significant savings in energy costs from simple changes and upgrades
Gov1 held a roundtable discussion where local government officials shared experiences and best practices in energy efficiency programs
Large cities worldwide are deploying new energy plans with ambitious goals to cut emissions and boost efficiency
Teresa Watkins Brown, Councilwoman for the city of Fort Myers, shared a detailed outline of her city’s efficiency goals and programs that have proven successful to save money and increase long-term sustainability
