Land conservation projects receive $1.5 billion from USDA
The goal of the funding is to help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners implement conservation strategies.
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US ports receiving $3 billion for zero-emissions equipment and infrastructure upgrades
Port operations can be a significant source of pollution, and these investments are meant to ensure that these crucial economic gateways do not make climate change worse.
To meet AI energy needs, big tech chooses the nuclear option
The investments by Google, Amazon and Microsoft come alongside the rapid development of artificial intelligence that has dramatically increased tech companies' energy demands.
$1 billion investment will upgrade Buffalo sewer system
The Buffalo Sewer Authority has announced a $1 billion initiative to upgrade the city’s wastewater and stormwater infrastructure. The 15-year program, known as Queen City Clean Waters, will modernize more than 50 sites across Buffalo, including a $250 million upgrade to the
Solar and battery storage project in Puerto Rico receives $861 million loan
This investment marks a significant step in the island's transition to clean, reliable energy and its recovery from recent hurricanes that battered the island’s grid
Chicago’s Metra rail proposes $1.1 billion budget for operations, infrastructure upgrades
Metra serves six counties in Northeast Illinois and extends to Kenosha, Wisconsin, connecting more suburban cities to downtown Chicago with 3,700 miles of tracks.
Minnesota allocates $47 million to expand EV charging network
This round of funding looks to build up Minnesota's EV charging network, with a primary focus on Interstate 90.
North Carolina unlocks $1.5 billion for broadband infrastructure
In the digital age, reliable high-speed internet is a critical gateway for accessing online education, finding healthcare, and various avenues of economic advancement, including job searches.
Texas reduces Deloitte’s contract for managing energy fund
Texas lawmakers are looking to hold Deloitte accountable, including reducing their contract by 10%, after one of the loan applications that they approved contained false information.
Cape Cod bridge rebuild project moving forward after $350 million agreement
These Cape Cod bridges serve as vital lifelines for the region's economy, connecting the Cape to the mainland and facilitating tourism, commerce and the daily commute for thousands of residents.
