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US Department of Transportation Awards $30 Million Dollars to Ohio Cities through the RAISE Grant
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced the recipients of the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grants, which aim to promote sustainable transportation initiatives nationwide. Four Ohio cities received funds from the RAISE grants, including Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO) and Ohio Mayor’s Alliance (OMA) members Cincinnati, Toledo, and Youngstown. The City of Kent also received funding from the program. The grant program is funded through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a Biden Administration priority that was signed into law in 2021.
Columbus joining Power A Clean Future Ohio, Announces Climate Action Plan and Shows Commitment to a Clean Energy Future
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced Tuesday, December 21, that Columbus is joining Power A Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), a growing group of leading cities and local governments across Ohio taking meaningful actions to reduce emissions and invest in clean energy. In November, Mayor Ginther announced the City’s first-ever Climate Action Plan, committing to a reduction of carbon emissions by 45% by 2030.
Solon Takes Steps Towards a Clean Energy Future, Becomes 24th Community to Join Power A Clean Future Ohio
At Monday’s Solon City Council meeting, the council unanimously adopted a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO) to find ways to engage in sustainability initiatives and clean energy programs for the community. PCFO is a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy.
Upper Arlington joins Power A Clean Future Ohio, Demonstrating Commitment to Clean Energy and Reducing Carbon Emissions
At Monday’s Upper Arlington City Council meeting, the council unanimously adopted a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio and further the city’s leadership in pursuing sustainable initiatives for the city. PCFO will work with local leaders as the city develops a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the City of Upper Arlington and expand our investment in the clean energy economy.
Worthington becomes 16th Community to join Power A Clean Future Ohio
(COLUMBUS, OH)— Worthington city council officially passed a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO). The first priority is to work together with the city on engaging the community and integrating sustainability and carbon reductions into long-term planning. Power A Clean Future Ohio is a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy. During Monday’s city council meeting, Worthington City Council voted unanimously to adopt the resolution.
Portsmouth joins Power A Clean Future Ohio Highlighting Commitment to a Cleaner Energy Future and ‘Greener’ Place to Live
(COLUMBUS, OH)— The Portsmouth City Council officially passed a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO). The first priority is to work on an assessment of the city’s energy usage and identify opportunities for great efficiency, cost savings, and ultimately lower emissions. Power A Clean Future Ohio is a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy. During a Monday’s city council meeting, Portsmouth City Council voted unanimously to adopt the resolution.
Warren joins Power A Clean Future Ohio, Mayor Franklin Pledges to Reduce City’s Carbon Emissions by 30% by 2030
Today, Mayor Doug Franklin of Warren announced that the city will join Power A Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy.
Lima joins Power A Clean Future Ohio, Looks to Clean Energy Opportunities for the City’s Environmental and Economic Future
Today, Mayor David Berger of Lima announced that the city will join Power A Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy.
Power A Clean Future Ohio Launches Equity Coaching for Sustainable Cities Program
(COLUMBUS, OH)—Today, Power A Clean Future Ohio (PCFO) announced it is offering city and local governments the opportunity to participate in the Equity Coaching for Sustainable Cities Program. This program will provide a group of city leaders and staff in 10 Ohio cities the chance to engage with a sponsored equity coach and with one another on the issues of racial equity, access to resources, and representation.
Bexley joins Power A Clean Future Ohio, Looks to Clean Energy Opportunities for the City’s Environmental and Economic Future
(COLUMBUS, OH)—Today, Mayor Ben Kessler of Bexley announced that the city will join Power A Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), a nonpartisan coalition and campaign that is dedicated to working with local communities to develop equitable clean energy solutions to benefit the well-being of residents, the environment, and the economy.