EPA Awarding $7.3 Million in California to Combat Impacts of Climate Change on Drinking Water Infrastructure
The EPA is awarding over $7.3 million in grants to four California drinking water systems in underserved communities to help
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Infrastructure Bill Kickstarts States’ Road Projects
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has begun the long-awaited $200 million expansion of State Route 15, funded by the Infrastructure
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Winds of Change: How New Policies and Reports Are Propelling U.S. Wind Energy Forward
The U.S. wind energy sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the Inflation Reduction Act and significant investments, with wind
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New York and Boston Have Archaic Sewer Systems That Back up When It Rains. Fixing Them Could Cost Billions
Boston and New York City experienced severe flooding in 2023 due to inadequate combined sewer systems, which mix stormwater and
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California scores big clean transportation boost from Biden-Harris Administration
California, along with Oregon and Washington, has secured $102 million for zero-emissions truck charging and hydrogen fueling stations along key
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Why Building U.S. Highways Is So Expensive
A study found that the U.S. overspends on transportation infrastructure due to limited staff in state departments of transportation (DOTs)
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U.S. Charging Infrastructure: Growth, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Here’s a look at the current electric vehicle charging landscape. According to EV Market Reports, The electric vehicle (EV) landscape
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US Government Reveals $636M in Airport Infrastructure Grants
President Biden’s infrastructure boost affords $636 million in grants to U.S. airports as part of the Airport Improvement Programme. According
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Is China’s Threat to U.S. Critical Infrastructure Overblown?
Scythe CEO argues China is more likely to attack U.S. military than “random U.S. infrastructure” if war were to break
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Infrastructure: Pessimistic or Optimistic?
A new study reveals Americans’ outlook on infrastructure. According to Connected World, GHD released a report—CROSSROADS—on the perspectives of the role
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Department of Energy Recognizes GM Fort Wayne for Emission Reduction
General Motors Fort Wayne Assembly plant reduces carbon emissions by 30% in 5 years. According to 89.1 WBOI, the United
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Beyond Tariffs: Unveiling the Geopolitics of Electric Vehicles Through Supply Chains
A look at electric vehicle geopolitics from The Diplomat. According to The Diplomat, to fully grasp the geopolitics of EVs,
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Jeff Landry Names His Picks for Powerful State Port Board, Aimed at Collaboration
Louisiana governor announces his selections to “collectively address critical issues facing our ports.” According to Nola, the new Louisiana Ports
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St. Paul’s 1-Cent Sales Tax Funding $750 Million in Road Construction
1-Cent Sales Tax brings big relief to St. Paul, Minnesota roads. According to CBS News, voters approved a 1-cent increase to
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Reservoir of Liquid Water Found Deep in Martian Rocks
The BBC discusses the implications for water found on Mars. According to the BBC, scientists have discovered a reservoir of
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Wastewater Treatment Plants in Frederick County, Municipalities Receive State Grants
$11 million in funding has been allocated to restore wastewater treatment plants in Frederick County, Maryland. According to the Frederick
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Assessing Global Drinking Water Potential From Electricity-Free Evaporation Device
A Nature Communications study discusses potential benefits from using an electricity-free evaporation device to create global drinking water. According to
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Ranchers Reported Abandoned Oil Wells Spewing Wastewater. A New Study Blames Fracking.
A new study links fracking to water contamination in Texas. According to the Texas Tribune, “We established a significant link
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Mayor Karen Bass Introduces Ambitious Public Transit Plan for LA Olympics
LA’s mayor plans a “car-free” Olympics for its next hosting. According to Fox News, Bass wants to restrict vehicle access
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Tolls for Fort Myers Beach? Why the Town’s Proposal Fell Through
Matanzas Pass Bridge will not be converted into a tolled bridge, despite town interest. According to Fox 4 News Southwest
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California Receives More Than Half a Billion Dollars in Federal Funds To Improve Power
New legislation aims to improve California’s electric grid and energy. According to California State Governor Gavin Newsome, the agencies, grid
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Energy Department Awards $2.2b To Strengthen the Electrical Grid and Add Clean Power
New federal funding will help combat extreme weather, facilitate cleaner energy and help meet power demand. According to AP News,
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Immediate Need for Sustainable Funding and Improvements for Oregon’s Infrastructure
The state of Oregon’s infrastructure is in need of improvement, with its current rating falling short of desirable by the
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Climate Change Is Increasing Stress on Thousands of Aging Dams
Aging U.S. dams are given an overall “D” grade by the American Civil Society of Engineers, and many lack emergency
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MIT Researchers Develop Tool To Optimize Environmental Impact
Researchers at MIT have created an innovative new tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from America’s roads. According to Hoodline,
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