NLC Center for City Solutions

The Center for City Solutions at the National League of Cities cultivates knowledge, elevates innovation, and helps prepare cities for the future.

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

Expanding access, leading by example, removing obstacles, and working with other institutions… there are a lot of ways #cities can harness the power of #solar. Learn more by checking out @EnvAm’s toolkit - Ten Ways Your Community Can Go Solar. https://t.co/fBRBZUOPSP

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

It was great to work with the @CityofDurhamNC on their @GoSolSmart Gold designation.

[NC CleanTech Center @NCCleanTech]

The @townofapex received a plaque Tuesday to commemorate its achievement in being designated @GoSolSmart Gold! View the award ceremony in full at https://t.co/iRZNIL0sWe, and learn more about the Town of Apex’s SolSmart Gold designation at https://t.co/Z8OOZSjk3g! ☀️

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

.@NASEO_Energy's 2020 Energy Policy Outlook Conference & Innovation Summit is Feb 4-7. A diverse group of stakeholders will examine the key policies & initiatives needed to drive modernization & resilience across our energy infrastructure. Register now! https://t.co/XdIp5GYctF

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

Join @NASEO_Energy for the 2020 Energy Policy Outlook Conference & Innovation Summit Feb 4-7 in Washington, D.C. Take part in discussions about the critical investments needed for strong, reliable, & affordable grid, transportation, & buildings systems. https://t.co/8pJ9m8Azez

[SolSmart @GoSolSmart]

Permitting is a big challenge to #solar growth at the local level. By implementing a streamlined & more standardized permitting process, local govts can make installing solar faster, easier, & more affordable! Check out our Simplified Permitting Guide: https://t.co/QA3SyTEkP4

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

300 local leaders have now signed on to @EnvAm’s #MayorsForSolar letter, calling for more access to #solarenergy in our communities. Local gov'ts should check out @GoSolSmart for assistance and resources to help grow local solar markets. https://t.co/Y6cw5maeHG

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

Cities can lead the way by going big on #cleanenergy -- and that’s exactly what Mayors across the country are doing, by being one of @EnvAm’s #MayorsForSolar and supporting clean energy sources like #solar
https://t.co/cUFVNmlz9B

[Brooks Rainwater @BrooksRainwater]

We need a new US economic framework that places the competitiveness of local economies at the center of federal policy making

A place based strategy geographically oriented to target cities and regions can uplift the economy and drive innovation

https://t.co/YGi2AQGLwR

[James A. Brooks @JamesABrooks]

Tackling #homelessness requires housing strategies rather than law enforcement tactics - the homeless are part of our community and #arrest will not solve the problem https://t.co/J27UkIG4Gn

[Domenick Lasorsa @DomLasorsa]

If you need a quick rundown on #opportunityzones, I recommend the new guide written by my coworkers @leagueofcities: https://t.co/RCvGyR5loB

[Dana D'Orazio @DmDorazio]

Just spent 2 days @Google @searchinsideyou to learn about Neuroscience + Emotional Intelligence + Mindfulness. I’m excited to share their mindful, compassionate, resilient and effective leadership development strategies via #NLCUniversity @NLCitySolutions @leagueofcities

[Brooks Rainwater @BrooksRainwater]

As many of us head to the polls tomorrow, let’s think local — democracy starts from the ground up — and here are some ways that cities can invigorate local democracy

My latest in @CityLab w/ ⁦@OliviaSnarski⁩ https://t.co/adUzIegtZP

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

.@ClimateMayors #EV Purchasing Collaborative has helped 160 US communities unlock the environmental, economic, & public health benefits of EVs—& the introduction of electric school buses is another step in the right direction for our children’s health. https://t.co/bo65kS9u50

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

In just 1 year, the @ClimateMayors #EV Purchasing Collaborative has grown to over 160 cities, counties, transit agencies, and port authorities that are committed purchasing to more than 2,400 #electricvehicles. Learn how you can green your fleet at https://t.co/bo65kS9u50

[Brooks Rainwater @BrooksRainwater]

How the government workforce can transform itself for the future⁩ ⁩

1. AI will impact hiring practices in the public sector

2. Better understanding of a younger, more diverse workforce

3. Choice between a tour of duty and lifelong employment https://t.co/5gm9wiSn2e

[Dr. Christiana K. McFarland @ckmcfarland]

"The Midwest is bearing the brunt of declining conditions." Thanks @khart @axios for an on-point dive into city fiscal conditions nationwide. More next week when we release the @leagueofcities report! https://t.co/dqwKon792D @MichaelAPagano

[Dana D'Orazio @DmDorazio]

Looking forward to working with these 17 communities and @GreaterGoodSC to provide our local leaders with research backed strategies to bridge differences and address polarization

[NLC Center for City Solutions @NLCitySolutions]

Want to learn how to site solar farms while preserving your community’s character? Join NLC for a webinar on 10/15 to learn how local gov'ts can promote large-scale solar & ensure it creates agricultural, vegetative, & environmental co-benefits. Register: https://t.co/6YXvRR43Ex