Archives
DOE Announces $6 Million Investment to Train the Next Generation of Clean Energy Innovators
Funding Supports Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Other Minority Serving Institutions Developing Novel Solutions to Decarbonization and Legacy Pollution
U.S. Green Building Council Announces RELi System to be Managed and Operated by the...
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced that the Institute for Market Transformation to Sustainability (MTS) has assumed ownership and management of the RELi resilient
Manufacturers Cut 17 Million Metric Tons of Greenhouse Emissions with Help from EPA’s ENERGY...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) celebrates the 580 manufacturing plants that achieved the energy savings goals set out by EPA 10 years ago to drive energy efficiency
DOE Sets 2025 Community Solar Target to Power 5 Million Homes
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced a new National Community Solar Partnership (NCSP) target: to enable community solar systems to power the equivalent of five million households by 2025 and create $1 billion in energy bill
Hart Island Finally Under The Department of Parks & Recreation’s Jurisdiction!
"On December 2019, I was proud to join Mayor de Blasio, Melinda Hunt, President of the Hart Island Project, family and loved ones of people currently buried at Hart Island, and advocates as we signed into law Intro. 906-A, a bill I introduced to the Council transferring the jurisdiction and control over Hart Island, the City’s public burial ground, from the Department of Corrections (DOC) to the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
NYPA and OGS Begin Comprehensive Energy Audit of Empire State Plaza
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Office of General Services (OGS) have begun a comprehensive energy audit of the Empire State Plaza as part of the state’s goal to green the plaza and for 100 percent of the electric generation in the state to be renewable energy by 2040. Ramboll
Benefits of Installing Solar Panels on your Home
Are you tired of finding ways to reduce your electricity bills? Dreading to find stacks of fat utility invoices on your doorstep yet again; when you are still waiting on your paycheck? Being a responsible adult and taking care of family
DOE Announces Nearly $83 Million to Increase Building Energy Efficiency and Cut Consumers’ Energy...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today awarded $82.6 million in funding to 44 projects that will lower Americans’ energy bills and help meet President Biden’s goal of net-zero carbon
Solar Industry Statement on the August 2021 Petition for Solar Tariffs
Following is a statement from John Smirnow, vice president of market strategy and general counsel at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on the August 2, 2021 Section 201 petition
AMERICAN FORESTS: TREE EQUITY SCORE DOCUMENTS THAT BLACK, LOW-INCOME COMMUNITIES MISS HEALTH, ECONOMIC AND...
American Forests, the nation’s oldest national conservation organization, last week released its first nationwide tally of Tree Equity Scores (TES), which document that Black and low-income neighborhood have significantly fewer trees than wealthier, whiter communities, even in the same cities.
CONSUMER ALERT: THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION REMINDS PARENTS AND GUARDIANS TO MAKE WATER...
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection today reminded parents and guardians to make water safety a priority for young children as summertime water activities begin. A new U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report revealed that child drownings remain the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages one to four years old
Codes for Climate offers states and cities a path to building decarbonization
As states and cities seek to fulfill their climate goals, it’s not clear that national code-making entities will keep pace with the efficiency stringency and building decarbonization measures that are necessary. Buildings currently represent 39% of the carbon
Top 4 best neighborhoods in Carolina Forest
Carolina forest, Myrtle beach is a very fast growing market. It can often be disorienting when looking for a neighborhood to suit you and your family. There are just over 20 Carolina Forest neighborhoods to choose.
Dangers of Moisture in Your Basement
Moisture can enter your basement through the pores in cement walls and floors. If you have foundation problems, water may also enter through cracks or broken pipes. Prevention of water in your basement remains the best tactic for protecting your home. Have foundation problems repaired quickly and waterproof the basement. Once moisture gets into your home, you may experience mold growth and structural damage.
How to choose the perfect lighting for your home.
Do you know? The right kind of lighting makes you feel calm and relaxed. You are able to define your space and live comfortably. Lighting has a strong impact on the overall feel of the room.
GSA Commits to Renewable Energy, Pledging 100 Percent Renewable Electric Resources by 2025
As part of tackling the climate crisis, GSA stands up task groups on decarbonization and partners with NAACP on environmental justice
WASHINGTON, DC - RealEstateRama -...
Real Estate In Carolina Forest
Many home buyers want to own a property in South Carolina and probably relocate to the state with their families. But, these people often have to struggle with deciding which part of the location to settle for
Public Clean Water Sector Applauds President Biden’s Bold Infrastructure Investment Plan
Statement by NACWA CAO Highlights Potential for Strong Federal Partnership to Deliver Clean Water Services. President Biden released his Build Back Better infrastructure plan today, outlining his vision for mobilizing the country to strengthen
President’s Infrastructure Plan Includes Important Policies for Clean Energy, the Economy
President Biden will unveil his infrastructure package, which includes substantial policies encouraging clean energy, new transmission, incentives for American manufacturing and jobs
USDA Seeks Public Input to Help Create a New Rural Renewable Energy Pilot Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it is requesting public input from interested parties, including potential customers and interested stakeholders, to help create a new Rural Renewable Energy Pilot Program. To ensure a diverse group
