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AWS launches new Sustainable Cities Accelerator for startups 

AWS Public Sector Blog

In fact, the United Nations (UN) estimates that the built environment accounts for about 40% of global energy use and about 30% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. This is why Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching the next AWS Sustainable Cities Accelerator cohort with a focus on infrastructure.

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Get excited for re:Invent 2023: A public sector guide

AWS Public Sector Blog

To make the most of your experience, mark your calendar for the following public sector sessions and activities. For a high-level overview of public sector sessions, see the Worldwide Public Sector Attendee Guide. Discover new ideas, build connections, and interact with cutting-edge technology.

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Technology’s role in sustainability: Takeaways from the AWS Sustainability Breakfast Briefing

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There is increased recognition that sustainability cannot be a siloed business unit within an organisation. The main takeaway is that sustainability transformation takes time – but every step along the journey can be meaningful. This blog post provides a recap of the highlights from the sustainability briefing.

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Innovating for a more sustainable future: Practical examples from two Nordic organizations

AWS Public Sector Blog

Innovation is key in achieving sustainability goals across the public and private sector. Two Nordic-based organizations are using Amazon Web Services (AWS) to reach ambitious sustainability goals. Sustainability cannot be seen as an outlying or standalone department.”

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AWS selects 13 startups to innovate public safety solutions through the GovTech Accelerator

AWS Public Sector Blog

APDS New York, NY APDS empowers individuals impacted by the justice system in their pursuit of sustainable employment at no cost to them or their friends and family. ForceMetrics Denver, CO ForceMetrics enables enhanced public safety decision-making by streamlining data exploration and analytics across systems.

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Understanding wildfire risk in a changing climate with open data and AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The public now has access to the data at no cost through Risk Factor TM , an online tool that makes it simple to learn about climate-driven risk from wildfire, flood, and heat. Discover more about AWS Promotional Credit for sustainability research here. How African leaders use open data to fight deforestation and illegal mining.

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Working backwards from Vision Zero to improve road safety

AWS Public Sector Blog

The Working Backwards process is gaining traction among outcome-focused public sector organizations tackling problems ranging from gun violence to cyclist and pedestrian road safety. Building solutions through public and private sector collaboration. Building a culture of innovation to better serve citizens.