Environmental Sustainability Archives - Page 3 of 4

Communities nationwide planning disaster preparedness, sustainability projects

As government leaders prepare for even more disasters, there are hundreds of disaster preparedness and sustainability projects throughout America already underway or almost ready to launch.

Adam Rollins

DOE launches five-year consortium to advance geothermal research, projects

The GEODE initiative pulls from the expertise of the oil and gas sector to expand geothermal energy deployment, innovate cutting-edge technologies and impact the future of renewable energy.

Keaton Peters

New Mexico exploring how to reclaim non-potable water for industry

In a study, the New Mexico Environment Department assessed the potential for using non-potable water sources in manufacturing, energy production and other industrial processes.

Adam Rollins

Florida to distribute $47 million to reconstruct streets, improve safety

The Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity program invests in community projects to build and renovate critical transportation infrastructure projects across the country.

Brady Pieper

EPA announcing $965 million in rebates for Clean School Bus Program

The program offers rebates to applicants that replace existing gas-powered school buses with clean, zero-emissions models.

Mary Scott Nabers

New funding for projects to upgrade and modernize a different type of transportation

The funding will support ferry projects in 14 states, including replacing old vessels with electric ships, upgrading the waterfront facilities and modernizing the systems with technology.

Pete Hahnloser

$11B transit proposal on November ballot in Cobb County, Georgia

The bond initiative proposes a 1-cent sales tax to support, expand and improve Cobb County’s transit services over the next 30 years.

Brady Pieper

Poughkeepsie, New York approves $170 million capital improvement plan

The plan's main goal is to address city engineering initiatives such as bridges, public buildings, parks, and land acquisition.

Mary Scott Nabers

It’s a very good year for contractors to partner with government

Many of the projects are funded by federal programs, with billions yet to be allocated before the end of 2026, and visionary leaders are moving quickly to take advantage of this funding.

Pete Hahnloser

Rhode Island nets $15 million in federal funds to roll out EV chargers

Funds will support installation of 206 EV chargers at 85 charging sites statewide

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