This Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) program provides grant funding for the development and construction of solar plus energy storage systems to serve as “Resiliency Hubs.” At a minimum, Resiliency Hubs provide emergency heating and cooling; refrigeration of temperature-sensitive medications; plug power for charging of cell... Read More
In December, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin pledged to pull Virginia out of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a carbon reduction market involving 10 other Mid-Atlantic and New England states. Youngkin’s strategy for how he’ll fulfill this early promise has shifted as he’s taken office.... Read More
At the start of 2022, metropolitan Washington faces a double challenge. First, the region continues to battle COVID-19. At the same time, area leaders must keep an eye on the future. Together at COG, they have set ambitious goals to address the region’s most pressing... Read More
The City of Alexandria is seeking a Principal Planner – Green Building Manager. This position is located in the Development Review Division and will perform a variety of project management functions in the Department of Planning and Zoning. This position is responsible for overseeing the... Read More
Montgomery County officials and transportation partners on Thursday launched a cooperative purchase program aimed at making electric vehicles more affordable and attractive to residents. See the full story in Bethesda Magazine. More DMV News As Republicans Threaten Two Years of Climate Legislation, Democrats Go on... Read More
The Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) is designed to provide a wide range of financial assistance to communities and regions as they respond to, and recover from, the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, including long-term recovery... Read More
As lawmakers in Chesapeake Bay watershed states convene in the new year, a variety of environmental issues are expected to come up for debate — some new, others revived from previous sessions. Here’s a legislative preview for 2022. See the full story in The Bay... Read More
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as a full-time Manager III (Section Chief) in the DEP, Recycling and Resource Management Division, Recycling and Refuse Services Section. This position is responsible for the overall management of the Recycling... Read More
This capacity-building ICLEI cohort provides structured technical assistance to guide local governments through the steps necessary to develop a Sustainability Plan. A sustainability plan addresses social, economic, and environmental elements of community development and management. COG member jurisdictions are eligible to participate in ICLEI cohorts... Read More
CDP is looking for a Senior Manager to join their Cities, States, and Regions team to accelerate the impact of and actions by states and regions, public authorities as well as cities across North America and worldwide on climate action. The Senior Manager will help... Read More