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Archive for the ‘Green’ Category

This Issue Provides Thousands of New Opportunities for Collaboration

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

by Mary Scott Nabers   America has a waste problem – not only is it expensive, but it is a daunting issue for all. Public waste management operations in many cities cannot absorb population growth, urban expansion, and the overwhelming increase of industrialization. New systems, locations, equipment, and technology are required. Public officials work overtime to […]

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Clean energy projects are abundant now but will likely double or triple in the next several years

Friday, October 20th, 2023

by Mary Scott Nabers Funding and support are abundantly available for clean energy projects in America.  The federal government has allocated billions in funding to incentivize Americans to move to clean energy.  A head-spinning amount of the funding is earmarked for projects that transition facilities of all types to solar power. In July, the Environmental Protection […]

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Green Infrastructure funding represents upcoming projects currently in design phases throughout the U.S.

Thursday, September 21st, 2023

by Mary Scott Nabers Green Infrastructureꟷ a phrase that has become quite common, is generating lots of discussion. Perhaps that’s because of the significant amount of funding now available for projects that fall into this category. These types of projects promote environmentally friendly solutions to current problems, and the funding supports rain gardens, stormwater parks, permeable […]

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Advancing inclusion through Clean Energy Jobs

Thursday, May 2nd, 2019

A new report from the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program finds that the persistent
momentum of the clean energy economy transition can bring significant labor market benefits alongside environmental benefits.

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The 3rd California Adaptation Forum: August 27-29, Sacramento, CA

Friday, August 17th, 2018

This event will bring together a multi-disciplinary audience to address the urgent climate impacts affecting community members, local economies, and valuable ecosystems throughout California.

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Electric Buses: Clean Transportation for Healthier Neighborhoods and Cleaner Air

Monday, May 7th, 2018

FRONTIER GROUP U.S. PIRG ENVIRONMENT AMERICA Executive Summary: Electric Buses: Clean Transportation for Healthier Neighborhoods and Cleaner Air Buses play a key role in in our nation’s transportation system, carrying millions of children daily to and from school and moving millions of Americans each day around our cities. Buses reduce the number of individual cars […]

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Funding Trees for Health: An Analysis of Finance and Policy Actions to Enable Tree Planting for Public Health

Monday, October 9th, 2017
Figure E1. Trees and Public health. Conceptual model of the linkage between urban forestry funding and health funding.

The scientific case for the benefits of trees and urban nature has become more solid over the last few decades. Trees and other natural features in cities can help regulate water quality, water quantity, and the timing of water flow. They can help clean and cool the air, reducing harmful air pollutants and ambient air temperatures. They lend beauty to our streets, enhance citizens’ lives, and significantly increase property values. When you consider all the benefits that street trees can provide to society, there is a strong business case for increased societal investment. One study in California, for instance, found that for every $1 spent on tree planting and maintenance, urban trees deliver $5.82 in benefits.

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America’s Clean Energy Frontier: The Pathway to a Safer Climate Future

Friday, October 6th, 2017
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NRDC’s groundbreaking analysis demonstrates clearly that with bold action on energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification of vehicles and buildings with clean power, and electric grid enhancements, the United States can reach its 80 percent by 2050 climate goal. Moreover, we can get there at a much lower cost than any comparable study predicts.

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Wildlands and Woodlands, Farmlands and Communities

Friday, September 29th, 2017

An introduction to a new report by Harvard Forest that describes a vision for a sustainable New England that includes the protection of 70% of the region as forests, and 7% as farmland. More information and the report are available at: wildlandsandwoodlands.org/vision/ww-vision-reports

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California Green Innovation Index

Wednesday, September 6th, 2017
FIGURE 1. GLOBAL FOSSIL FUEL COMBUSTION IN CALIFORNIA AND OTHER REGIONS

Despite moves from the current federal administration to roll back policies that manage carbon-intensive energy sources, California continues to lead in implementing statewide policies that incentivize innovation in business, technology and carbon reduction. While California provides a strong template for others to follow in sustaining economic growth while pursuing climate change mitigation policies, there is still work to be done to ensure the state meets its emission reduction goals. Indicators relating to the carbon economy help track this progress and illustrate the changing relationship between economic vitality and environmental quality.

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