Recognizes a local government that has effectively leveraged resources and partnerships to complete an innovative project or initiative deploying cleantech solutions to create positive impacts for the environment, economy, and residents. Examples may include smart city technology deployments, collaborative stormwater management agreements, or cross-departmental teams addressing climate change or cleantech adoption or deployment.
Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract Lexington City Schools utilized the Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract statute to create over $5 million in guaranteed energy efficiency savings over the next 19 years, including projects such as replacing the chillers, cooling towers, and boilers at schools across their district. Dr. Anitra Wells, Superintendent of Lexington City Schools, had a… Read more
Town of Morrisville’s Smart Parks Project Morrisville has installed occupancy sensors at their town parks to let the community know if they are available for use, enhancing the use of greenspaces and helping residents avoid unnecessary trips to courts and fields when they are occupied. The town has also installed autonomous flood and ground moisture… Read more
