As more cities and states put into effect tough environmental standards and laws to combat climate change, developers are turning to PACE loans to mitigate the high costs of green-building requirements.

Ten states across the Midwest and Great Lakes region of the US could see $4.7 billion in health benefits in 2030 if they stick with current renewable energy standards, according to a new study from MIT.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed the person who will be responsible for preparing Florida for the environmental, physical and economic impacts of sea level rise. Thursday, DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Julia Nesheiwat as Florida’s first Chief Resilience Officer (CRO).

Florida PACE could be vital source of money to make private property flood resilient.

Julia Nesheiwat will serve as the state’s first Chief Resilience Officer, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday evening. As CRO, Nesheiwat will be responsible for preparing Florida for the environmental, physical and economic impacts of sea level rise.