Topic - Environment, Energy & Climate Change Archive

New Resources for Public Engagement, Sustainability and Greenhouse Gas Reduction

West Covina Transforms Landfill to Landmark

Six Key Considerations for Diversifying Your Water Supply Portfolio Using Desalination

By James F. Elliott and Keith R. Solar

Understanding the New Water Conservation Mandates:

The state’s newest water conservation requirements for local governments will affect virtually every community in California.

by Kyra Ross

Partnering to Build Better Communities

The Strategic Growth Council offers technical assistance and administers grant funding for local governments.

by Julia Lave Johnston

The Beacon Award: Local Leadership Toward Solving Climate Change

Sustainability and Economic Development Go Hand in Hand

by Yvonne Hunter

How Local Officials Can Prepare for the Public Health Impacts of Climate Change

Celebrating Local Leadership in Sustainability

by Yvonne Hunter

Financing Local Sustainability Efforts

Even in these difficult financial times, local agencies are undertaking a wide range of activities that promote sustainability. Regardless of the reason behind the activities, they have one thing in common – the need to pay for the effort.

by Yvonne Hunter and Ken Loman