USDA Federal Resource Guide to Assist Rural Communities
USDA has published a guide outlining programs the federal government has available to support rural communities in promoting economic development and enhancing the quality of life for rural residents. The publication compiles all of the federal resource… more »
Sustainable Community Case Study Database
The Partnership for Sustainable Communities has launched the Sustainable Community Case Study Database. This online resource provides access to research and reports on communities that are working with HUD, DOT, EPA, and other Federal agencies to invest… more »
California's K-12 Educational Infrastructure Investments: Leveraging the State’s Role for Quality School Facilities in Sustainable Communities
This report lays out a detailed framework that re-envisions the state's role in K-12 infrastructure to appropriately support educational outcomes and contribute to sustainable communities through public infrastructure, best practices of sound planning,… more »
A Practical Guide to Cool Roofs and Cool Pavements
Urban areas are often hotter than surrounding areas due to the absorption of solar radiation by dark-colored roofs and roadways. This new website and guide provides simple, cost-effective solutions to help reduce the temperature in urban areas by increa… more »
Toward Sustainable Communities—4th edition
This comprehensive update presents a leading-edge overview of community sustainability. Compelling new case studies and expanded treatment of sustainability in rural as well as urban settings are complemented by contributions from a range of experts aro… more »
Building America Toolkit
The Center for Community Progress has launched a new tool -the Building American Cities Toolkit-that helps users drill down to practical solutions for vacant and abandoned property. The Toolkit tackles critical local challenges, from building stronger… more »
Using Historical Records to Assess Environmental Conditions at Community Gardens
The Center for Public Environmental Oversight has published a report to help local governments, community based organizations, and others evaluate the environmental risks associated with beneficially reusing urban, contaminated sites for certain purpose… more »
How-To Guides for Solar Communities
The US Department of Energy has updated two popular publications. A Guide to Community Solar shows how people can participate in a collective PV system with the "one system, many people" approach. Its sister publication, The Solarize Guidebook, offers… more »
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