Federal judge orders release of frozen climate project funds
The nationwide injunction will order the administration to honor existing commitments from two federal grant programs.
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New York allocates $80M for climate resilience projects
Funded projects will emphasize proactive methods for emergency preparedness and solutions that reduce damage caused by climate-driven extreme weather.
FEMA terminates $1B infrastructure resilience program
The remaining $882 million in estimated funds will be reallocated to FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund or the U.S. Treasury.
Global experts, tech innovators to convene at Smart City Expo USA
The headline speakers will share insights on the future of AI, infrastructure and urban innovation.
New York to fund $150M in clean energy upgrades at state colleges
The new funding, from the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act, would replace existing, low-efficiency energy systems.
Major infrastructure projects advancing sustainability and resilience
Sustainability and resilience have become top priorities for public officials nationwide when it comes to infrastructure projects.
FEMA opens applications for $1.35 billion in climate resilience funding
In recent years, climate-driven disasters from hurricanes to wildfires and floods have become more frequent and intense.
DOE invests $28.7 million for grid-hardening project in Tallahassee’s weather-damaged communities
The project will allow community hubs and essential services to operate during disruptive events.
DOI invests $514 million in western water storage, conveyance projects
This funding will support dam expansion and water conveyance initiatives in Colorado, California, Idaho and Washington.
Indigenous communities harness $121 million to prepare for climate impacts
This funding looks to help tribes proactively plan for the future while safely relocating critical community infrastructure.
