Most states have not planned for severe storms, drought and other climate effects...More

Large-scale cooperative project to cut energy use, save millions...More

There is a certain 'yuck' factor that has to be overcome...More

Tips and resources for communities creating energy assurance plans from the U.S. Department of Energy and the Public Technology Institute...More

In an emergency, will your government have the power it needs to provide the services you and your constituents count on?...More

In November, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation rolled out the second stage of a joint rulemaking effort to set higher fuel economy and greenhouse gas pollution standards for cars and light trucks....More

It’s safe, the National Academy of Sciences says...More

A national contest has mayors vying for bragging rights as the most 'water wise' city...More

The U.S. Department of Transportation and NACTO have created a resource for creating safer and more attractive and livable streets....More

In December, Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley signed an executive order to implement PlanMaryland, a long-range, land-use plan intended to better coordinate the state’s smart growth efforts and programs....More

City initiatives ranging from bike lanes to share programs are creating jobs as an added benefit....More