This model executive order on municipal leadership on food waste reduction provides options to “lead by example” through policies and programs within and across city government to raise awareness about and reduce food waste.
Municipalities can use this model ordinance to require businesses, universities, and other large organizations to report the amounts of food waste and surplus food they generate.
This model policy can be used by municipalities to require the use of compost products where appropriate. The policy is easily adaptable for individual cities or municipalities.
As the federal administration takes steps to weaken protections against PFAS, also known as toxic “forever chemicals,” California moves to add protections.
The New York State Public Service Commission effectively greenlighted a National Grid plan to contract for the capacity of the unnecessary Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline.
A new report details what states and grid managers should do to keep costs and emissions in check while managing the AI-related surge in electricity demand.
