Government Technology Green Initiatives News

Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer Talks About His Ambitious Plans for Wind Power

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:57:00 +0100

Schweitzer also discusses growing a new generation of scientists and engineers.

IT Trends: Legislature and Public-Sector CIO Issues, Most Energy-Efficient States

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:15:00 +0100

Security trends for 2010, distracted drivers.

Four Steps for Effective Energy Management

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Examining the value of a carefully constructed action plan.

Top 10 Green Trends for 2010

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 20:19:00 +0100

The Earth Advantage Institute tracks the latest green-building trends, including government programs and initiatives.

IT Trends: Maryland Green Registry, Cyber-Security Issues

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 22:34:00 +0100

Doctors monitor injured war vets via cell phones.

Solar-Powered Self-Compacting Trash Bins Save City Labor, Fuel

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Pasadena, Calif., expects to save $61,400 annually in reduced labor and fuel through the use of 52 specialized trash cans that automatically compact waste.

LEDs Save Energy, but Have Winter-Weather Drawback

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:36:00 +0100

Cities nationwide have been using light-emitting diode bulbs in traffic lights to save money, but their low-heat output means snow and ice can stick to the lights.

State and Local IT News Briefs

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:04:00 +0100

Detroit Health Department data breach, Colorado county opens ‘carbon positive' library.

Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer Pushes for Wind, Clean Coal (Video)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:23:00 +0100

Schweitzer positions Montana as a leader in alternative energy.

2009 Best of California Award Winners Announced

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 01:15:00 +0100

California state and local officials took home technology accolades at the Center for Digital Government's Best of California awards ceremony.