Public Works & Infrastructure
Public Works & infrastructure are essential components of local and state government responsibilities. They involve the construction, maintenance, and management of vital public facilities and services such as roads, bridges, water supply, and waste management. Effective infrastructure planning ensures communities have the necessary resources for economic growth and quality of life. This directory provides articles on public works and infrastructure and related topics like Transportation, which explores the development of efficient systems for moving people and goods.
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A CAD-to-CAD network adds the most value to agencies during catastrophic events, where saving seconds could make the difference in how many lives are saved
The law will help communities prevent flooding, give towns more power to fight climate change and provide much needed funding for green infrastructure
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Plant is at the center of a big move to also solve city’s solid waste problem
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A new state Department of Natural Resources call center can issue permits at any time of day or night
In January, the Portland Water Bureau in Oregon launched the first project in the U.S. to produce energy from in-pipe hydropower in a city water pipeline
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The FAA is requiring the update before and if an environmental assessment is conducted as part of finding a solution to the trees
The new project calls for $136 million invested in fitness, wellness and community centers.
Twenty-two cities in Connecticut will receive $12 million in Community Development Block Grant Small Cities Program awards for upgrades and improvements
Projects will emphasize installing practices and demonstrating results to farmers
Solar-powered garbage cans offer enough bandwidth to power a startup
The walkable sculpture extends more than 100 feet over a bay
In many ways, municipal bonds — loans that finance public works — are ripe for innovation
The Texas Transportation Commission awarded more than $66 million in state and federal funds to provide better mobility solutions for transit users
The green plant will be much cheaper to operate and much healthier for the environment than previous facilities
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