Tag: Justice40 Initiative

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Plan to Decarbonize Buildings in America

By Katherine Kaplan, U.S. Department of Energy Aug 12, 2024 Building Controls

Updated: Aug 13, 2024

As a nation, our buildings will play a pivotal role in achieving our clean energy future. Buildings are where we live, work, and play—so it makes sense that we spend 90% of our time in buildings and that our buildings use a substantial amount of energy. Residential and commercial buildings are among the largest sources […]

EPA Offers $32 Million to Help Schools Boost Indoor Air Quality

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jan 12, 2024 Green Building

Updated: Jan 12, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of up to $32 million to address indoor air pollution at K-12 schools in “overburdened communities.” The announcement comes just days after the EPA awarded nearly $1 billion for zero- and low-emission school buses. This new funding opportunity is made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act and […]