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Ann Arbor strives to use 100% renewable energy by 2030

The Municipal Posted on June 3, 2022 by Beth Anne Brink-CoxAugust 2, 2023
renewable energy

There are many ways to take better care of the environment, and Ann Arbor, Mich., is full steam ahead with its plans to do so. Missy Stults, city sustainability manager, explained in great detail just what these plans involved, both … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged june 2022, renewable energy, The Municipal, water & energy

Glenwood Springs goes fully renewable

The Municipal Posted on October 30, 2019 by Kathleen MoranAugust 2, 2023

The city of Glenwood Springs, Colo., was recently distinguished as the seventh city in the United States and the second in the state behind Aspen to be powered entirely by renewable energy. The perfect set of circumstances came together to … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged colorado, glenwood springs, october 2019, parks & environmental services, The Municipal, water & energy

Dodge City transforms waste into renewable energy

The Municipal Posted on September 28, 2019 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023

Dodge City, Kan., may be small, but it has a mighty renewable energy program that rivals those in larger cities.           This former frontier town’s population sits at 27,700, with most of its economic base rooted in the two beef … Continue reading →

Posted in Waste & Recycling | Tagged dodge city, kansas, september 2019, storm management, The Municipal, waste & recycling

Renewable energy sees growth

The Municipal Posted on June 5, 2019 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Sarah Wright - Editor of The Municipal

Los Angeles, Calif.; San Diego, Calif.; Phoenix, Ariz.; Honolulu, Hawaii; San Jose, Calif.; New York, N.Y.; San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Ind.; Las Vegas, Nev.; Denver, Colo. — what do these cities have in common? They lead Environment America Research & … Continue reading →

Posted in Editor's Note | Tagged editor's note, june 2019, The Municipal, water & energy

Algae tapped as potential feedstock for renewable biofuel

The Municipal Posted on March 10, 2019 by Catey TraylorAugust 2, 2023
The University of Michigan team has been growing multiple species of algae in the same environment, testing if whether one species declines or faces a challenge, another would take its place and compensate for the shortcomings. (Photo provided)

The search for a reliable, sustainable and fiscally sensible alternative biofuel has been long in the making, and Professor Brad Cardinale of the University of Michigan, along with a team of researchers from universities across the country, believe they’ve almost … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet | Tagged Biofuels, University of Michigan

Landfill gas: A green, renewable power source

The Municipal Posted on June 20, 2012 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Landfill gas: A green, renewable power source

In 1983, long before “green” energy became a buzzword and the negative effects of greenhouse gases like methane were widely acknowledged, the Monterey Regional Waste Management District had already developed one of the first landfill gas-to-electric energy plants in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Waste & Recycling | Tagged electricity, engine, gas, landfill, power, project

New electric refuse trucks move Madison, Wis., toward its goal of zero net emissions by 2030

The Municipal Posted on March 22, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonFebruary 25, 2025
In summer 2024, Madison Wis., was able to add two electric refuse trucks to its fleet. One is an automated truck that picks up trash from garbage cans along a route. The other is a rear loader that is used primarily for large loads and leaf collection. (Photo provided by the city of Madison, Wis.)

In the summer of 2024, Madison, Wis., added two electric refuse trucks to its fleet. The city has been prioritizing moving toward electrification, alternative fuels or biofuel along with the city’s goal toward a greener future. With 1,400 vehicles in … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet Service & Management | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, The Municipal

WOOD WASTE PROCESSING: UNLOCKING NEW REVENUE STREAMS

The Municipal Posted on March 12, 2025 by The MunicipalMarch 12, 2025

Processing wood waste is no longer just about saving landfill space — it’s becoming a revenue stream for many organizations. High speed grinders and low speed shredders are transforming how facilities manage wood waste, creating opportunities beyond volume reduction. The growing market … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release | Tagged fleet service & management, press release, The Municipal

Cohort experience helps Sedona with electrification

The Municipal Posted on March 12, 2025 by Janet PattersonFebruary 25, 2025
No2: The city of Sedona, Ariz., has a goal of converting all municipal passenger vehicles to zero emissions by 2030. This, through the use of electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging stations.

Best known for the red sandstone rocks that have provided the backdrop for everything from early 20th century Western movies to spiritual retreats to hiking and biking trails, Sedona, Ariz., is working to make a mark in building a notable … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet Service & Management | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, The Municipal

Warwick pairs rich history with forward-thinking development

The Municipal Posted on March 10, 2025 by Danielle LundFebruary 25, 2025
No2: Warwick Lighthouse is one historic landmark in Warwick, R.I. It was built in 1827 and a dwelling was added in 1932. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. (Wangkun Jia/Shutterstock.com)

Settled along the coastline of Narragansett Bay, Warwick, R.I., is a city that blends its historical significance with modern-day growth. As the second-largest city in the Ocean State, Warwick offers a rich history, community charm and forward-thinking development. From its … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged city profile, fleet service & management, March 2025, The Municipal

Downtown redevelopment, sustainability and infrastructure priorities for White Plains mayor

The Municipal Posted on January 9, 2025 by Denise FedorowDecember 27, 2024
No1: White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach speaks at the opening of the Battle Hill Pollinator Habitat. (Photo provided by the city of White Plains)

Revitalizing downtown, including providing more housing downtown, has been a priority for several mayors across the country, including White Plains, N.Y., Mayor Thomas Roach. Roach has been mayor of his city in Westchester County for nearly 14 years. He said … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal

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