The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is working to reduce its carbon footprint around the country, offering grants for state transportation agencies to change procurement processes in state and federallyfunded construction projects. As part of this initiative, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will utilize a nearly $32 million grant from the […]
New Mexico is taking steps to safeguard its water supply while providing for growing consumption needs. State officials have released a final feasibility study detailing an innovative approach to water conservation. The Strategic Water Supply initiative, a cornerstone of the state’s 50-Year Water Action Plan, aims to lay the groundwork for transforming previously unusable […]
Officials for the Port of Seattle are adopting a new strategic framework to guide organizational spending and solidify Seattle’s maritime and aviation industries as a model for global trade and travel. The Port of Seattle is unveiling the new operating budget for 2025 along with a five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that will outline the […]
Colorado is outlining a new strategic framework to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the state’s transportation sector and enhance transit options and accessibility for residents. This comprehensive plan, titled the Colorado Transportation Vision: 2035, outlines the state’s coordinated effort to protect public health and environmental justice by developing public transit programs, creating housing and […]
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that up to $30 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) will be used to speed up the process of connecting new energy projects to the grid by using artificial intelligence. The new Artificial Intelligence for Interconnection (AI4IX) program looks to create partnerships among software developers, […]
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with other federal agencies, has announced $122.4 million in grants through the America the Beautiful Challenge (ATBC). These grants will fund large-scale conservation efforts across 42 states, 19 tribal nations, and 3 U.S. territories. The competitive grant awards are funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, additional […]
A prominent suburb in the Buckeye State is making major investments in its future. The City of Dublin, Ohio has approved a $325.6 million capital improvements program that will fund numerous projects between 2025-2029. The five-year plan makes significant investments in transportation infrastructure, community facilities and mobility improvements. The funding plan draws from multiple sources, […]