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NACo Expands Green Government Initiative with Launch of “Green Counties” Database
Through the National Association of Counties (NACo) Green Government Initiative, the association has launched a “green counties” searchable database of counties implementing proenvironment and energy efficient practices, policies and programs. The database contains copies of county policies, program descriptions, case studies, job descriptions, resolutions and more. Users can search by keyword, state, county size, type of document or issue areas such as climate change, green buildings, renewable energy, land use, purchasing and waste management to learn about their programs and initiatives.
Launched in 2007, the NACo Green Government Initiative provides comprehensive resources for local governments on all things green, including energy, air quality, transportation, water quality, land use, purchasing and recycling. NACo serves as a catalyst between local governments and the private sector to facilitate green government best practices, products and policies that result in financial and environmental savings. Through the Green Government Initiative, NACo is increasing education and outreach on all things green; helping educate counties and helping them educate the public; promoting environmentally-preferable purchasing practices and facilitating open dialogues with the private sector. Various green policies and programs benefit communities through lower energy bills, open space preservation, air quality improvements, reduced traffic congestion, improved transportation choices, and economic development and job creation through energy conservation and new technologies. For more information, visit www.greencounties.org or contact Kelly Zonderwyk.