Suggestions
Funding support for public projects is showing no slowdown
The likelihood that private sector investments in future public projects will increase is almost a certainty.
Unanimous vote advances Washington’s $7.3B capital budget
The new budget proposes significant investments across infrastructure, education, housing and environmental sectors.
Maine plan directs $3.4B to transportation infrastructure
The work plan outlines the estimated funding totals and costs for all capital projects and programs through 2027.
New AI oversight initiatives gain momentum in state legislatures
Task forces intend to position states in a proactive footing as they assess the potential benefits of the new technology.
Opportunities
Wisconsin mental health institute investing $20M in utility upgrades
The current systems are outdated and cannot sufficiently handle staff and patient needs
Lackawanna County plans $29M Capital Improvement Project
The money would fund maintenance to fix crumbling roads, bridges and other infrastructure issues throughout the Pennsylvania county.
Georgetown plans $16M road reconstruction effort to enhance safety, mobility along key corridor
The improvements are part of an ongoing safety and mobility enhancement initiative.
Many new projects related to health care will launch in 2025 and 2026
The absence of health care doesn’t just affect residents. It also impacts the broader local economy.
America confronts urgent water infrastructure needs
While there have been temporary funding pauses for certain federal programs, the support for water has continued.
New contracting opportunities emerge as communities invest in public spaces
Libraries appear to be an extremely high priority for communities, along with new or expanded community centers.
Latest
Energy efficiency efforts drive record investment and savings nationwide
State efforts to enhance energy efficiency through dedicated programs are having a noticeable effect on cost-saving measures and pollution reduction. According to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), states collectively invested $8.8 billion in energy efficiency programs in 2023, a
Austin Energy study estimates $50B cost, decades of work to bury city’s electrical lines
Continuous rises in extreme weather—meaning hotter summers and colder winters—impose a risk to the reliability of Austin’s energy supply.
Government projects withstand construction abandonment wave
For every abandoned public development, approximately two private sector projects were concluded, according to the report.
Budget reconciliation reshapes transportation funding future
As priorities shift, reevaluating the FY25 transportation budget is more important than ever.
