Weather Patterns Should be Acknowledged in Infrastructure Decisions
As the nation has experienced devastating weather this past year, these harmful patterns should be considered. According to the The
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Environment
EPA Mandates Natural Gas Plants to Make Pollution Data Public
Hundreds of natural gas processing plants are forced to publicly report harmful emissions. According to E&E News, under a new
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The Future of Warmth
Radiant Heating Powered by Alternative Energy Sources. By Monica Irgens From solar to wind, green energy is the fastest-growing energy
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Lawmakers Push Back on Decarbonizing Electric Grids
Lawmakers struggle with the $3.5 Trillion Climate Plan to Decarbonize Electric Grids. Some members of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Expectations From Interior and EPA This Fall
The Biden Administration moves forward with a climate-focused environmental agenda to slow greenhouse gases. Ther EPA is making huge moves
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Illinois’ New Energy Plan Promises Massive Shift Away From Fossil Fuels
The Midwest now has the most aggressive clean energy standard. In an attempt to refute climate change, Illinois Gov. J.B.
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Infrastructure Bill Will Create Path For Wildlife Bridges, Tunnels
The suggested infrastructure bill would allocate $350 million over a five year span to build more wildlife bridges and tunnels
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Climate Summit Is America’s Reintroduction To Climate Battle
As Earth Week begins and the Earth Day Summit approaches, President Biden hopes the climate summit will be an opportunity
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U.S. Green Building Council-Los Angeles Launches Talent Portal Today, Helping Advance Region Toward Green Jobs Economy
New Partnership with ISI to Offer Envision Certification Training for Infrastructure through Portal LOS ANGELES (March 6, 2020) The City
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Two Birds, One Road
Not only does the SouthEast Connector save drivers travel time, it will help mitigate flood conditions within the Truckee Meadows
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Nature 2.0: Green Infrastructure in 2020
Green infrastructure for healthier and more resilient cities By Erik J. Meyers Approaching the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, cities
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The Alternate Route
One Maryland county takes on a bicycle master plan to improve safety and quality of life By Zack Johnston Bicycles
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Jones|Carter Wins APWA Environmental Project of the Year for the Dallas Salmon Wastewater Treatment Plant in League City
LEAGUE CITY, Texas – Earlier this year, the Water Team at Jones|Carter accepted the 2019 Environmental Project of the Year
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Powering an Ohio Transformation
The conversion of a former landfill site into a solar farm is the largest project of its kind in Ohio
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Transit-Oriented Development Trends: A Foundation for New Urbanism
Modernized mass transit is the way forward as we shift from automobiles By Malcolm Dougherty Now more than ever, the
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Innovation in Energy Storage
Microgrid projects get a second wind from ES technology By Manuel H. Lazerov For the last decade, project developers like
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Federal Investment in Infrastructure Can Reduce Carbon Pollution by 13 Percent by 2030, CAP Report Says
Washington, D.C. — Direct federal investments in infrastructure can reduce greenhouse gas emissions at least 13 percent below current levels
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Rebalancing Our Infrastructure With Reforestation
Reforestation can improve resiliency through soil stabilization, water quality, and carbon sequestration — all while boosting the economy By Chandler
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Cracking Down on Carbon
Dual-function materials used for CO2 capture and conversion create value-added products By Dr. Ana C. Alba-Rubio Climate change is not
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U.S. EPA Continues to Prioritize Environmental Health
The EPA was established on December 2, 1970 by President Richard Nixon, with the goal of consolidating a variety of
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Senate passes sweeping public lands package
Bill adds wilderness areas, expands national parks, creates new national monuments WASHINGTON — The Senate on Tuesday approved a major
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Kaptur Secures $29,400,000 in Federal Funding for Great Lakes Conservation in Bipartisan Budget Deal
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), the longest serving woman in the United States Congress and Chairwoman of the House
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House Natural Resources Committee Holds Historic Hearing on Climate Change Impacts
Washington D.C., February 6, 2019 – The House Natural Resources Committee, led by Chair Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.), held the first
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Mayor Garcetti: LADWP Will Phase Out Natural Gas Operations at Three Power Plants
LADWP will phase out natural gas operations at three existing coastal plants — Scattergood, Haynes, and Harbor — within a
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Senator Markey and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Green New Deal Resolution
Washington (February 7, 2019) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) today introduced a Green New
Read moreSome National Parks Open to Visitors Post-Shutdown
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Park rangers were once again greeting visitors at some national parks across the United States and flight
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EPA Invites Projects To Apply for $10 Billion in Water Upgrades
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting 39 projects in 16 states and D.C. to apply for Water Infrastructure
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A Greening of U.S. Infrastructure?
Considering America’s substantial funding requirements and how green finance could be used to help meet them By Michael Ferguson The
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The AI Interview: Clark Morrison, Partner at Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP
Morrison focuses his practice on permitting and development of large and complex development projects. He is recognized nationally for his
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The City of Santa Monica Advances the One Water Concept
Santa Monica is taking a new approach to water conservation and reuse By Dean Kubani The City of Santa Monica
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USGBC-LA’s 8th Annual Sustainable Innovation Awards
USGBC-LA Sustainable Innovation Award Team invites you to submit your project for the 8th Annual Sustainable Innovation Awards! USGBC-LA’s 8th Annual
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Managing Natural Resources
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is the steward and manager of America’s natural resources including oil, gas, coal,
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EPA Plays a Leading Role in Rebuilding Crumbling Infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created to protect human health and the environment by writing and enforcing regulations
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Eco Solution for Fish Rehabilitation
Made possible by a custom control valve, Bull Run Watershed is now home to a unique, eco-friendly solution for water
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For a More Sustainable Infrastructure
Cross Laminated Timber is poised to turn infrastructure projects greener for the greater good By Casey Malmquist Most emphases on
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Giving Janitors a Seat at the Table is a Big Advantage for Building Owners
The times, and buildings, they are a’changin’. It used to be that using a green cleaning product made buildings and
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Schools Dig Deep into Hands-on Learning on Green Apple Day of Service
Each year in September, the Green Apple Day of Service brings together thousands of students, teachers, families, and organizations around the
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