Energy
There is no doubt that the President and Congress are keen on protecting the environment. In protecting the environment there is a strong desire for alternative energy and also the increases use of recycled products.
Funding is, and will continue to be, available for energy sources like solar and wind. Many communities are looking to be significantly off the grid within the next 5 to 10 years. Now many solar companies are providing warranties backed up by insurance to remove some financial risk from local government agencies. Funding is available to offset start up costs.
Recycled products such as rubber are becoming a way of life in resurfacing streets and in recreational areas. Although concerns have been voiced by some environmental groups, the tire recycling industry has done a good job in overcoming those issues and the product is now being used in cities like Indio, California. Tires have no home in landfills and need to be recycled. The rubber, the metal, the oil all have a place in the recycled community.
And again, there is funding available to cities to encourage them to use recycled products. But the key here is you must ask the question, no agency volunteers the information.
The National Alliance for Healthy Communities supports any legislation that improves the quality of our environment and protects the environment for future generations. With financial incentives for cities there is no reason not to get involved in the process. Ask for funds and legislative support. Call us.