Urban Planning and Transportation
Monday, December 23, 2024
IN school bus hurdles linked to education outcomes
School bus transportation challenges are impacting one central Indiana community. Long ride times are more than an inconvenience, according to an …
Monday, December 23, 2024
Report: NV emerges as conservation leader among Western states
Nevada scored high for its well-funded conservation programs and for the state's commitment to public land protections. A new report by The Center …
Monday, December 23, 2024
Report: Utah lags on conservation policy
Among Western states, Utah could be doing more to support conservation policy, according to a new report by the Center for Western Priorities…
NY elected officials work to electrify municipal buildings
New York lawmakers are focusing on electrifying municipal buildings. Buildings statewide make up 32% of New York's greenhouse gas emissions and …
TX group works to give Latinos seat at table in fight against methane
Members of the environmental nonprofit GreenLatinos are involved in a push to get more Latinos across Texas involved in the fight against methane gas…
EPA allows CA to implement strict clean-car rules
Groups that fight for environmental justice are praising the Biden administration's decision to grant California a waiver so it can implement clean-ca…
East TX communities granted money for emergency upgrades
Four east Texas communities will share more than $1 million in grant money to upgrade their radio infrastructure systems. The grants are funded by …
NY, NJ ports receive federal grants for clean energy transition
The Port of New York and New Jersey is receiving funding to cut emissions. It's part of the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Ports Program…
Consumer experiences with electric vehicles on upswing
A leading consumer publication says electric vehicles are gaining ground on gas-powered cars when it comes to feelings about reliability. However…
Environmental groups call for LA County power plant closure
Environmental groups are calling for the immediate closure of Los Angeles County's Walnut Creek Energy Park, because of potentially dangerous levels …
Weak protections for SD wetlands could lead to more flood damage
Wetlands protect against floods, like those some in eastern South Dakota experienced this June and researchers warned the growing presence of factory …
Mainers urged to nab clean energy rebates before they’re gone
Mainers are encouraged to take advantage of clean energy rebates and tax credits before they are gone. The Inflation Reduction Act offers incentives …