The department provides an industry standard and guidance for new and existing structures. The Department of Energy (DOE) released its National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building, outlining…
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DOI Awards $242 Million for Western Water Storage
The investment is expected to add enough capacity to support 6.4 million people for a year. The Department of the Interior (DOI) awarded $242 million to five water…
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DOI Announces Investment in Water Reuse Projects
Four projects in California and Utah aim to bolster water reliability. The Department of the Interior distributed $179 million to four projects dedicated to developing large-scale water reuse…
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NHTSA Opens Investigation into Self-Driving Cars
The agency received 22 reports of Waymo and Zoox vehicles violating traffic safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into Alphabet’s and Amazon’s…
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Commerce Department Effort to Recruit Women in Construction
Secretary Raimondo says CHIPS Act goals will not be achieved without them. The Department of Commerce released its framework for encouraging women to become construction workers, saying that…
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Energy Department Announces Grid Expansion Initiative
The president’s administration issued authorization and permitting reforms, committing $331 million for Western power capacity. The Department of Energy announced a final rule that establishes the Coordinated Interagency…
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Labor Department Launches Initiative to Support Women in Apprenticeships
The grants seek to close gender gaps in skill trades and emerging industries. The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced a $6 million funding opportunity to promote women’s…
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FBI Opens Criminal Investigation into Baltimore Bridge Collision
The crew is being examined regarding any onboard system problems on the cargo ship before the crash. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) opened a criminal investigation this…
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DOE Commits $6 Billion to Decarbonize Domestic Manufacturing
33 projects expect to prevent 3 million cars worth of emissions per year. The Department of Energy announced this week that it is investing $6 billion to reduce…
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FAA Awards $970 Million to Improve 114 Airports
The funding will build and expand terminal facilities in 44 states and three territories. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $970 million to 44 states and three…
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