Throughout the United States, communities are finding innovative ways to deliver the benefits of solar to residents. Whether through bulk photovoltaic (PV) purchasing or sharing a community solar installation, communities are proving there’s power in numbers.

As partners in the Better Buildings Challenge, a number of local governments, including 12 with ICMA member managers, have made commitments to become 20% more energy efficient by 2020.

This federal support provides a significant incentive for the local community to take critical steps to create viable neighborhood transformation.

Is there a way to define sustainability success?

Managers can guide future sustainable change.

During National Clean Air Month and Bike to Work Week, local government events and programs help build healthier communities.

The ICMA China Center was formally welcomed into the U.S. DOS EcoPartnerships program by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton at a signing ceremony in Beijing.

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