As Trump Demurs on Climate Action, Governors Try to Build Momentum
The U.S. Climate Alliance has a new website measuring emissions reductions by its state members “as the federal government abdicates its responsibility and ignores basic science.”
The American South Will Bear the Worst of Climate Change’s Costs
Global warming will intensify regional inequality in the United States, according to a revolutionary new economic assessment of the phenomenon.
Making the Business Case for Cities-Driven Climate Protections
“Today it is no longer the case that greater prosperity means increased carbon emissions,” said Phoenix's mayor, ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors 85th Annual Meeting in Miami Beach this weekend.
GOP Senator to White House: Hands Off Oil and Gas Payments to Gulf Coast States
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke told Louisiana U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy that he’d work with him to address concerns about a plan in President Trump’s budget to redirect the funds.
Cities Need State Help to Meet Paris Climate Goal
Cities can do a lot more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions with state policy behind them.
As Trump Exits Paris Agreement, State and Local Officials Vow to Fill Void
Governors announce a new multi-state U.S. Climate Alliance, as mayors reiterate support for the international agreement.
On Climate, Local Action Trumps National Rhetoric
While President Trump sent a signal that the United States is unwilling to lead in the fight against climate change, it's local governments that have committed to action.
Taking City Sustainability to the Next Level
“[T]here’s no question we can’t rely on Washington, D.C., to lead if we are going to make any progress toward our climate goals,” San José Mayor Sam Liccardo said.
American Lung Association Releases List of the Nation’s Most Polluted Cities
Ozone and year-round particle pollution are improving, but cities will find it harder to make gains and save lives between worsening climate change and President Trump’s rollback of Clean Power Plan protections.
States, Cities Pick Up on Climate Change Where Trump Leaves Off
What does environmental resistance to the president look like?
Fight Brews Between West Coast States and Trump Over Climate Policies
“To have a president who will in the next few days, or weeks, announce he intends to roll back our efforts to fight climate change is unacceptable,” Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said this weekend.
5 Cities Take Smart City Planning to the Next Level
From engaging underserved populations to preparing for climate change’s most devastating effects, these cities have their work cut out for them.
What If Trump Doesn’t Grant The Federal Waivers That California’s Climate Policies Depend On?
“There is no way that the 10 million Californians living in areas with smoggy air will be able to breathe healthy air without the state keeping (waiver) authority.”
Mayor Says Miami Beach Needs a Trump Wall; Ethics Official Slams Wisconsin
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: NYC subway delays; Wyoming can't take on federal land; snowstorm delays Maine government offices opening.
Energy-Use Benchmarking Can Help Cities Quickly Pursue Climate Change Goals
Stakeholders increasingly see the return on investment that comes with governments regulating energy consumption.
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