The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a new round of funding through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. More than $12.62 million will be disbursed to 32 local governments, two states and one tribe to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through improvements in energy efficiency. Overseen by DOE’s Office of State […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation is offering funding for projects designed to support the use of materials in highway construction that produce less pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared with traditional materials. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $800 million in funding through the Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program that will provide opportunities for […]
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) has announced a new round of up to $54.4 million to promote carbon management strategies aimed at reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The funding is geared toward the advancement of CO2 capture technologies from industrial and power generation output – or […]
Indianapolis’ proposed $1.6 billion budget 2025 city budget includes significant spending on traffic safety and stormwater infrastructure improvements. The transportation capital plan allocates $239.5 million for streets, bridges and greenways projects. Street improvements will receive the largest portion of transportation funding at $94 million. Street projects include transforming Georgia Street downtown into a pedestrian-friendly area. […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will allocate $86.3 million to build a bridge, a transit facility, extend street grids and develop waterfront trails in Pennsylvania. The projects will increase non-motorized travel safety and ensure communities are connected with critical amenities. The Susquehanna Regional Transportation Authority (SRTA) in Harrisburg will receive $25 million to build […]
Michigan state officials will host a $100,000 “Shark Tank” style competition for innovators to develop creative solutions to transform the way Michiganders get from point A to point B, safely and efficiently. The competition, PitchMI, will put Michigan’s top innovators and entrepreneurs on stage in front of representatives of the Michigan Growth Office and the […]
Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity, and experience. This week’s profile is James A. Jackson, Jr., Public Administration, formerly of the City of Tracy, California. Public career highlights: I have served as Director of Public works for the cities of Detroit and Richmond, VA; […]