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👏 City of Tallinn thanked the cooperation partners of the European Green Capital, with whom a large number of projects have been implemented.  On this occasion, Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart handed over letters of thanks to cooperation partners, and Robert Kitt, the head of Utilitas Tallinn, was receiving it from our side. 👏 The joint venture established last year between the City of Tallinn and OÜ Utilitas will implement the agreed investment plan, with a strong emphasis on the development of an environmentally friendly district heating system. We will invest in wastewater and seawater heat pumps, which will help us bring the share of natural gas use below 10% of the total volume by 2027 at the latest, reducing our dependence on imported fossil fuels. In addition, we will replace all old non-pre-insulated district heating pipelines with modern solutions by 2035, as a result of which heat losses will be reduced to less than 10%. 📷 : Jelena Rudi.

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This is what I am talking about! Northampton Community College and the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) Work together through #Grants To: 1. empower rural small businesses, and 2. agricultural producers 3. providing energy audits, and 4. support for projects in distressed communities, 5. driving sustainability, and 6. energy independence 7. positively impacting rural economies #CommunityCollege #sustainability #agriculture #energyindependence #ruraleconomy

Is Waterloo Region serious about manufacturing? That's the key theme in my latest from the Waterloo Region Record: https://lnkd.in/g97THnmK   Here are three reasons the Wilmot land assembly has to happen: 1) We've had the lowest industrial vacancy rate in Canada for years. This is a big problem - we've missed out on billions in investment and thousands of jobs. 2) Wilmot is the best option. It’s flat, close to transportation routes, far from our water sources and represents just 0.35% of the Region’s farmland. This isn't a food scarcity issue. 3) The business community is supportive. We're hearing the loudest voices in opposition, but anyone who supports growth and prosperity in our community – especially business leaders – are for it. I know because they tell me.   Let's get back to facts and good faith arguments. We have a strong farming heritage, but we have a strong manufacturing heritage, too. It's part of our past and present. Let's act like it's part of our future, too.

📰 In the news: Greenhill Energy signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with KSI Sawmills supporting both company’s commitment to working towards greater sustainability. Subject to regulatory approvals KSI Sawmills will supply the proposed Riverbend Energy Hub™ with timber residues from its proposed new sawmill site at Monarto, South Australia’s Murrylands region which is expected to commence construction in 2024 and operations in 2025. “The proposed sawmill development would be a welcome nearby Murraylands regional partner in Greenhill Energy’s circular economy supply chain” said Nicholas Mumford, Managing Director. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gms3u9QY Together we are moving towards a sustainable future. Solo Resource Recovery Peats Soil & Garden Supplies Elders RDAMR - Regional Development Australia Murraylands and Riverland Tailem Bend Community Centre Inc. Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia Department for Trade and Investment #wastetohydrogen #sustainablebiomass #supplychainpartners #circulareconomy #southaustralia #ksisawmills

While the USA is bringing in Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Eustis Engineering is proud to play a part in Louisiana’s Gold Shovel and Green Shovel Awards from the 19th Annual Area Development Shovel Awards.  The Gold Shovel Award is “given to states that have successfully secured economic development projects with exceptional capital investment and job creation.” Louisiana was also hailed as the “poster child” for the first ever Green Shovel Award, which recognizes a state concentrating on projects that are positive for the environment. The publication emphasizes Louisiana’s commitment to clean energy while growing jobs and output, through projects such as: Koura Global Petrochemical – Manufacturing of EV Battery Components; and CF – New Low-Carbon Ammonia Complex; and DG Fuels – Sustainable Aviation Fuel Complex. #geotechnical #environmental #louisiana https://lnkd.in/eMTzauyF

🌲 From Timber to Tech: Highlighting Economic Innovation in Rural Oregon 🌲 Today, I had the privilege of attending the "From Timber to Tech" panel at the Oregon Economic Development Association Conference in Klamath Falls. The session focused on how rural communities are embracing new technologies and leveraging their natural resources to create sustainable economic growth. The panelists shared incredible insights on: 🔹 How Oregon's rural areas, like Prineville, have attracted major data centers by offering clean water, affordable energy, and rapid infrastructure support. 🔹 The critical role of advanced automation and tech integration in traditional industries like wood products. 🔹 The importance of renewable energy, including hydropower, and the need for baseload solutions to complement solar and wind. 🔹 Opportunities for local governments, businesses, and educational institutions to collaborate and foster innovation in rural areas. A key takeaway: Success is about agility and being open to opportunity—whether building infrastructure for a data center or finding new uses for natural resources like juniper wood. Thanks to all the speakers for their valuable perspectives on driving rural economic development! 💼🌲 #OregonEconomicDevelopment #FromTimberToTech #RuralInnovation #SustainableGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #Prineville #OregonLeadership Pictured left to right: Marcus W. Newman, VP of Strategic Development, Newman Industries/Gilchrist Forest Products Eric Klann, P.E., Divergent Engineering Services, LLC Steve Forrester, City Manager, City of Prineville, Oregon CCD Business Development South Coast Development Council (SCDC) Business Oregon League Of Oregon Cities

Why Pavements Matter. MIT research shows that with smart investments and long-term thinking, we can make demonstrable improvements to road ride quality and environmental footprint. For instance, by prioritizing concrete paving for high-volume traffic roads, we can keep important thoroughfares smoother and stiffer for longer. In our case study of Missouri, adopting this strategy could reduce GHG emissions by 8 percent. See article in The Hill. https://bityl.co/Nc8i

Are you familiar with the Port of Green Bay’s primary mission? It exists to enhance the prosperity of the people of Northeast Wisconsin by providing facilities and infrastructure able to effectively move commodities and goods across the nation. So far, so good! The Port’s economic impact reached $217.3 million according to a 2023 report, a $70 million increase since 2017. https://lnkd.in/gEnE9cKg

Illinois businesses are cutting costs & creating jobs by going #solar with a $2.869M boost from the USDA's REAP program. This initiative, boosted by the #InflationReductionAct, enables businesses from Beardstown to Granite City to transition to solar power and save money and energy use while creating good-paying jobs. The Biden Administration is committed to expanding clean energy rapidly across the US, driving economic growth, and reducing pollution in Illinois towns. This announcement by Senators Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin reaffirms the federal government's support of farmers and rural businesses to ensure strong economic future for local communities with #cleanenergy. Read how this federal support is transforming #Illinois businesses and contributing to a clean energy economy in the article from RiverBender.com below. https://lnkd.in/exRwYB35