Energy

Underground steam pipe systems in New York, Boston, and other cities could hold the key to renewable power generation.

November 28, 2024 - Bloomberg CityLab

The new buses can charge at either end of their route in minutes without returning to garages for charging.

November 26, 2024 - BBC

The ¾-mile segment will allow electric shuttles and buses to charge while driving.

November 21, 2024 - KTLA

The technology uses the motion of waves to create energy.

November 21, 2024 - New Atlas

Many of the states on the list are red-leaning states that fought against federal environmental reporting regulations.

November 20, 2024 - Streetsblog USA

The center would be powered by a new, 1,500-megawatt natural gas plant, which critics say will drive up emissions and contribute negatively to the region’s air quality.

November 19, 2024 - Floodlight

The worldwide transition to renewable energy sources is already underway as climate change creates more significant impacts on the global supply chain and economy.

November 14, 2024 - Forbes

A recently released report by the Chief Sustainability Office (CSO) shows that L.A. County is making progress on meeting the goals of the OurCounty Sustainability Plan.

November 13, 2024 - Los Angeles County Chief Sustainability Office

Will Elon Musk’s influence temper Trump’s anti-EV stance?

November 12, 2024 - Wired

Transit and environment came out on top on state and local ballots nationwide, while housing and marijuana initiatives proved less popular with voters.

November 11, 2024 - Mary Hammon

Remediating and repurposing some orphan oil and gas wells into parks can turn environmental hazards into community assets, promoting health, environmental justice, and accessible green space for underserved areas.

November 10, 2024 - Progressive City

The administration is taking quick action to cement some of Biden’s key environmental accomplishments before the new Trump administration takes the reins.

November 10, 2024 - CNN

The state is using federal funds to assist homeowners in replacing inefficient appliances and making their homes more climate-friendly and resilient.

November 4, 2024 - Colorado Public Radio

Whether you’re yet undecided or have already cast your early vote, here is a roundup of the key positions of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on important urban planning policies.

October 31, 2024 - Mary Hammon

The program requires that 40 percent of some federal funds be used to benefit historically disadvantaged communities.

October 30, 2024 - Blavity

Kern County supervisors voted to support a carbon storage project that will inject climate-warming gases into a former oil and gas field.

October 27, 2024 - CALmatters

Tech giants are seeking out renewable energy to fuel power-hungry data centers and AI applications.

October 22, 2024 - ESG Today

The devices release as much air pollution as driving 1,100 miles and have been banned in over 100 U.S. cities.

October 17, 2024 - The Cool Down

The first commercial-scale offshore wind installation in the United States is powering roughly 70,000 homes in Long Island, New York.

October 16, 2024 - CNBC

The city could prohibit the construction of new fueling stations within city limits to discourage driving and pave the way for more renewable transportation infrastructure.

October 16, 2024 - The Washington Times