The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a Request for Application (RFA) seeking proposals from U.S. companies to build and power AI data centers at Idaho National Laboratory. The solicitation is the first to be released under the current administration and aligns with the mission to promote American leadership in AI. The Idaho National Laboratory […]
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that $176 million of funding is being made available to 13 communities across the state to improve critical water and sewer infrastructure. The loan forgiveness grants will help cover costs not fully paid for by federal grants, minimizing the financial burden of the vital projects on local ratepayers. The […]
Seattle has unveiled a new plan for incorporating artificial intelligence in permitting, public safety, customer service and more. The city has published a new 26-page document that includes guidelines for training employees, evaluating the effectiveness of AI tools and expanding the use of AI to a variety of city operations. Seattle was one of the […]
Edison’s Township Council in New Jersey approved nearly $56 million in three long-term bond ordinances to address infrastructure needs and fund upgrades across multiple departments. Following Edison’s September bonds, the city will invest the largest shares in water and sewer improvements. The largest bond, $25 million, will support capital improvement projects including $9.6 million for […]
It appears that a one-time worry that online learning might cause demand for campus housing to decline is no longer an immediate concern. There is a real, very current development-boom on college and university campuses nationwide. Student housing projects are up more than 88% over last year and there are indications of strong, broad-based demands […]
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will invest $134 million in two programs to develop emerging fusion technologies and innovation and bridge the DOE’s Fusion Energy Science research programs with growing industries. Fusion is a potential power source generated from nuclear fusion — a process where two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier […]
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is now accepting applications for up to $10 million to transition vehicle fleets to low- to zero-emission vehicles. The application window will be open until Oct. 24. Eligible applicants for the Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology Grant (CFVT) Program include: Public and government agencies. Public or […]