California invests $170M to combat wildfires, fast-track projects
New legislation is intended to cut the red tape to ensure neighborhoods are protected from destructive wildfires.
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Arizona Board of Regents funds AI partnership for disaster response research
The new initiative will empower the state’s response to future disasters with the assistance of AI technology.
Colorado unveils microgrid roadmap to boost grid resilience
In the face of increasing climate threats, states are increasingly looking to microgrids as a solution.
Nevada receives $375 million for conservation, park improvements
The funding will support critical infrastructure improvements while also advancing an initiative that looks to conserve nearly a third of U.S. land by the end of the decade.
USDA allocating $100 million to fight, prevent wildfires
Projects funded will address a variety of wildfire risks and concerns, ranging from hazardous fuels and biomass reduction to prescribed fire treatments.
Hawaii lawmakers considering three wildfire mitigation bills
Measures would reduce fire risk, establish a relief fund and authorize bonds for wildfire-related costs and expenses
