Bay Area transit system expands electrification goals in new action plan
BART’s Sustainability Action Plan targets emissions cuts, electrification, TOD growth and climate resilience upgrades.
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University of Buffalo unveils $2B campuswide decarbonization plan
UB advances a $2 billion plan, modernizing North Campus energy systems with geothermal, pumps and AI integration.
Caltrans reforms transportation offices, leadership to pursue expanded public transit system
Caltrans restructures leadership and releases new transit policy prioritizing bus lanes, rail programs and highway system integration.
Massachusetts targets electric grid bottlenecks for housing
Massachusetts launched an initiative to speed up grid connections for housing, reduce delays and improve capacity.
DOE seeks state input on nuclear innovation campuses
DOE is asking states to propose nuclear innovation campuses to strengthen domestic nuclear energy capabilities.
Spokane adopts $16B plan to address transportation challenges
A Spokane council is mapping $16 billion in transportation investments across preservation, transit and regional projects.
DOT restructure PHMSA to expand reliable energy development
DOT and PHMSA issued new pipeline and hazmat rules to modernize safety standards, reduce compliance costs and provide relief.
DOE, NASA ink agreement targeting permanent lunar nuclear reactor
Federal agencies are planning to deploy a nuclear fission power system on the Moon by 2030 to support sustained lunar missions.
Public university partnerships to lead nuclear development under DOE NOFO
DOE is opening a funding opportunity, seeking to partner public entities in developing new nuclear energy capabilities.
DOE launches 13-state accelerator to spur geothermal energy development
DOE is partnering with 13 states through a new accelerator to reduce barriers and expand next-gen geothermal power.
