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September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Announcing PACENation’s 2020 PACESetters and PACE Champions

Twenty-eight leaders were recognized for their efforts to strengthen the PACE marketplace for local governments and American property owners.

Click here to read more and watch the video!

August 19, 2020

Dropbox sets sustainability goals for 2030

Dropbox has released their new sustainability plan for 2030! Among their efforts to limit their contribution to global warming and carbon emissions is their commitment to source 100% renewable energy for operations and to support organizations working for climate action! Click here to read more!

August 13, 2020

Citi Earmarks $250 Billion to Finance and Facilitate Climate Solutions

Citi has announced a five-year “Sustainable Progress Strategy” which includes a goal to finance billions in environmentally conscious projects and decrease their footprint by utilizing various new building strategies! Click here to read the details!

August 12, 2020

Register for Best Practices in New and Emerging C-PACE Markets Virtual Workshop Soon!

Registration will open soon for the Best Practices in New and Emerging C-PACE Markets Virtual Workshop held by PACENation and moderated by our very own Abby Johnson! Guest speakers for the event, scheduled for Sept. 9th, 2020 at 1:00-2:00PM Eastern, will be announced as well! Click here to view the PACENation events calendar!

August 10, 2020

Where Women Made History: Trailblazing Black Women

In honor of the passage of the 19th amendment, The National Trust for Historic Preservation has committed itself to putting together a guide of 1,000 places across the globe related to women’s history. This article provides 5 examples of places connected to black women who were pioneers in their fields of interest! Click here to read about these amazing women!

August 10, 2020

The energy efficiency workforce: Summer Study author explores topic and new DOE effort

On August 17th the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy is holding their first virtual Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Building! Registration for the event, which will focus heavily on workforce training in the field of energy efficiency, is open now! Click here to read more and register!

August 7, 2020

Yes, the Coronavirus Is in the Air

An interesting article providing opinion on the World Health Organization’s recognition of the airborne properties of COVID-19. Click here to read about it!

August 7, 2020

Very informative read on the implications of poor ventilation in homes, schools, and public spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic! Click here to read!

July 28, 2020

RISE Announces Five Winners of the 2020 Coastal Community Resilience Challenges

Virginia Pace Authority is ecstatic to announce the honor of being chosen as one of five winners of the 2020 RISE Coastal Community Resilience Challenges!

“We believe that Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency financing (C-PACER) can make a substantial difference in protecting and improving Hampton Roads infrastructure. This Challenge will effectively give us the opportunity to raise awareness that is critically needed for C-PACER to be a success. In addition, RISE’s funding will help VPA accomplish its core mission to Virginia communities and be recognized as a leader in this space, providing local impact! Thank you so much to the RISE Resilience Innovations team and congratulations to the other four winners!” Click here to read more about it!

July 24, 2020

Batteries and Renewables Put the Pressure on Coal Plants

Awesome news about the expanding use of battery power and other renewables in 2020 despite pressures faced by COVID-19! Click here to read more!