Resources
Is responsible data center development possible?
A blog with a growing set of resources to start a broader conversation around responsible data center development across diverse stakeholder groups, we’re going to summarize some of the conversations we’re hearing from across our coalition – and some of the resources our partners are making to enable communities to have a seat at the […]
The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change Policy Brief for the United States of America
As new clean energy incentives arrive, we will update this page including date-stamps within each updated section.
The Heat is On: Climate Change and Heatwaves in the Midwest
This is a paper from the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions that reviews the projected intensity and frequency of heat waves in the Midwestern United States for the 21st century, potential public health ramifications and related adaptation options.
Municipal Waste Procurement Tools
From 2013 – 2015, Delta Institute conducted research on waste management practices in municipalities across Cook County to identify opportunities to maximize environmental and economic benefits. As part of this research, Delta collected and reviewed waste contracts from 128 municipalities, and these contracts revealed a wide variation in services, practices, and costs. Delta created these […]
Roadmap to Resilience
Formerly called the Wisconsin Flood Risk Map Application, RAFT integrates 32 flood-relevant spatial data layers in ONE customizable ArcGIS map.
Organizations
Clean Economy Tracker
Data platform tracking clean economy investments and projects; provides state fact sheets.
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office
Government office with the purpose of accelerating the advancement and deployment of solar technology in support of an equitable transition to a decarbonized economy.
Iowa Environmental Council
Statewide nonprofit advancing clean energy and environmental health protections.
Environmental Protection Network
The Environmental Protection Network harnesses the expertise of over 650 former EPA career staff and political appointees from across the country to serve as a trusted resource, answering calls for objective analysis, scientific rigor, and a vision for a transformed 21st century EPA.
Polk County Public Works Department
County public works department (Iowa) supporting local infrastructure and planning, including contributions to the Central Iowa Priority Climate Action Plan.