ASC's Intersections Newsletter — September 20th, 2024
Nora’s Note
Let's get climate happy! Next week, Team ASC will be out and about engaging with leaders, collaborators, and enthusiasts at Climate Week NYC. From housing justice to the green energy workforce, to transportation decarbonization and more, the city will buzz with thought-leaders and napkin-scribbled brainstorming all week. ASC is excited to be a small part of the tremendous work taking place across New York and around the world to address the negative impacts of climate change. It's exciting to be at the intersection of people and policy—and to do the work of looking at every new idea or project through the lens of the impact on people to build the collaboration needed to work together to find lasting solutions.
Here are some of the places we'll be next week—be sure to share your planned stops at Climate Week NYC—see you there!
News at ASC
Join us this Climate Week! ASC is co-hosting NYC Offshore Wind Drinks, an evening of networking, socializing, and insightful discussions with offshore wind professionals. Come to connect, share ideas, and explore trends and observations shaping NYC's renewable energy transition.
Date: September 25, 2024
Time: 6-8:30 PM
Location: Brooklyn Army Terminal Building B Atrium (RSVP for additional directions)
Transportation
NYC looks to kick its curbside EV charging plans into second gear. With a $15M boost, the city is set to deploy 600 new curbside electric vehicle chargers, thanks to a significant federal grant. This initiative aims to support NYC’s ambitious target of 10,000 curbside chargers by 2030 and improve access to charging in a city where private driveways are rare. The new chargers will build on a successful pilot and explore cost-effective installation methods, including retrofitting lampposts. Read more about NYC’s EV progress and reducing transportation emissions. (Source: Canary Media)
Gothamist: NYC DOT to begin construction on protected bike lane in Bed-Stuy
Fox 2 Now: Over 180 electric vehicle charging ports to be built along Illinois interstates
Interlochen Public Radio: The S.S. Badger, the country’s last coal-powered steamship, could go clean
Climate
Maine getting $34 million to improve hydropower infrastructure. The State of Maine is expecting close to $34 million to improve hydropower infrastructure which will be allocated to 21 existing hydropower and pumped storage facilities. This is part of a larger investment of $430 million by the U.S. Department of Energy through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in hydropower improvements in 33 states for almost 300 projects. Hydropower currently makes up 27% of renewable electricity in this country. Read more about this federal investment in hydropower. (Source: WAB15)
Solar Power World: U.S. solar industry installs 9.4 GW of new capacity in Q3 2024
Grist: A new ‘green bank’ could bring solar power and electric buses to Appalachia
Smart Cities Dive: Washington hopes to advance clean building standards implementation with nearly $8M DOE grant
Economic Development
New Jersey has launched a $156 million Solar for All initiative aimed at bringing solar energy to low-income and disadvantaged communities. The program, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, is expected to save New Jersey residents $250 million over 30 years while reducing carbon emissions. By bringing solar energy to low-income and disadvantaged communities, New Jersey is helping reduce energy costs for those who need it most and will significantly cut carbon emissions. Read more on the impact of this solar energy initiative. (Source: North Jersey)
City & State NY: Ambitious plan to restore New York City’s industrial harbor could cut carbon emissions and create 50,000 jobs
Detroit Metro Times: Michigan becomes a leader in clean energy projects, job creation, report states
Smart Cities Dive: 3 commercial-to-residential conversions receive city government support in Washington, D.C.
Digital
Artificial intelligence cohort takes shape in New York. New York has formed an AI-focused workgroup under the New York State Forum, led by the state's Director of Data and AI Governance. The group aims to enhance AI understanding for the public sector, promote ethical practices, and offer tools for AI implementation in government. Members from public and private sectors will collaborate on solutions, ensuring responsible AI use. Read more on this initiative reflecting the rapid growth of AI technology and the need for dedicated oversight. (Source: GovTech)
Rough Draft Atlanta: As Silicon Valley moves south, Georgia has become the next home for tech innovation
Energy News Network: Promoters of clean-energy data centers in Virginia coal country unfazed by doubters
Oregon Capital Chronicle: Majority of state attorneys general seek warnings for youth on social media
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