Supporting local governments in advancing transportation electrification is crucial for GPI’s efforts to drive equitable, data-driven solutions that reduce emissions and offer real community benefits. Continue reading »
New Atlas Analyzes Nationwide Suitability for Natural Gas Power with Carbon Capture and Storage
April 7, 2026 in Carbon Management Authors: Ryan Kammer, Sangeet Nepal
A new national atlas from GPI provides a comprehensive analysis of the suitability of areas across the United States to support natural gas-fired power generation with carbon capture and storage (NG + CCS), offering insights to help meet rising electricity demand while reducing emissions. Continue reading »
Helping Wisconsin Local Governments Reduce Emissions
March 30, 2026 in Communities Author: Catherine Kemp
Local governments play a crucial role in advancing climate solutions, but knowing where to start or how to scale existing efforts can be challenging. Here at GPI, we are committed to supporting local action that leads to impactful outcomes at the state and national levels. Continue reading »
From Silos to Systems: Washington’s New Approach to Integrated Gas and Electric Planning
March 26, 2026 in Energy Systems Author: Hannah Dobie
Electric and gas utility systems in the US have historically been regulated separately. However, in response to winter storm events and interests in affordability, reliability, and decarbonization, states are increasingly looking to coordinate these systems. The state of Washington has recently become a national leader in this space. Continue reading »
CO2NNECT 2026: Advancing Clean Firm Power for a Growing Economy and Healthy Climate
March 19, 2026 in Carbon Management Author: Bridget Callaghan
We believe that durable climate solutions are built through collaboration, practical policy, and market-driven innovation. That’s why we’re excited to announce that registration is now open for CO2NNECT 2026, a flagship convening focused on creating trusted, solutions-oriented spaces where decision makers collaborate across sectors to accelerate the deployment of technologies that reduce emissions while ensuring reliable, affordable energy. Continue reading »
Carbon Capture Deployment Analysis for Key US Regions
March 10, 2026 in Carbon Management Author: Ryan Kammer
As carbon management projects move from concept to development, one question is becoming increasingly urgent for policy makers, industry leaders, and communities alike: Where can carbon capture and storage be deployed most effectively, and what infrastructure will it require? Continue reading »
GPI’s Bikeshare Equity Study Examines Barriers and Opportunities in Shared Mobility
March 9, 2026 in Reports & Whitepapers, Transportation & Fuels Author: Aaron Westling
A new report from the Great Plains Institute draws on interviews with local stakeholders to examine transportation challenges in the Twin Cities region and offers solutions for building a reliable, affordable bikeshare system that could help address similar challenges across the country. Continue reading »
Survey Results: Key Findings from Local Planner and Sustainability Staff on Needs for Advancing Climate Work
March 6, 2026 in Communities Author: Jem Thompson
Local planners and sustainability staff are being asked to address complex climate issues faster than ever, often while juggling other responsibilities, limited capacity, and a growing set of expectations.
To better understand what is needed at the local level to support this work, GPI partnered with the American Planning Association Sustainable Communities Division (APA-SCD) and the Esther A. & Joseph Klingenstein Fund to survey practitioners across the country. Continue reading »
State Hydrogen Policy Webmap: Tracking How States Regulate and Support Hydrogen
February 24, 2026 in Carbon Management Author: Emma Thomley
State hydrogen policy is evolving quickly. Over the past several legislative sessions, states across the country have introduced hydrogen legislation with language on incentives, regulatory directives, and safety frameworks. At the same time, policy makers and stakeholders are often asked to consider new proposals without clear visibility into what other states have already done. Continue reading »
Communities in Minnesota Earn SolSmart Silver Designations by Working as a Cohort
February 10, 2026 in Renewable Energy Author: Sydne Tursky
Minnesota communities in Hennepin County recently worked to lower energy costs and deploy cleaner, more resilient energy options by streamlining solar zoning and permitting processes. As a result of their work, they achieved Silver designation from the SolSmart program, which provided free technical assistance and recognition to communities on their path to supporting local solar projects (SolSmart is part of the broader Energy Ready program suite). Continue reading »
