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Cooperative Purchasing: State Procurement Offices Prioritize Sustainability During Acquisitions

State Tech Magazine

Minnesotas Office of Enterprise Sustainability works to reduce energy and asset waste among the states government agencies. Tim Walz, the office concentrates on supporting sustainability in six focus areas, one of which is procurement. Established in 2017 and reaffirmed recently by Gov.

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ASTERRA helps build a more sustainable Earth by identifying and mitigating ‘lost water’ using AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Combining satellite imagery and AI in the cloud for a more sustainable future Identifying and repairing water leaks helps municipalities reduce risk for human populations and the environment, and save money. This enables ASTERRA customers to make informed decisions and contribute to a more sustainable future on Earth.

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Harnessing cloud solutions to tackle water challenges

AWS Public Sector Blog

This post can serve as a resource for public sector leaders, utilities, and environmental agencies seeking to harness the power of the cloud to create a more sustainable water future for the EMEA region and beyond. This collaborative approach is crucial in addressing the complex, broad-reaching nature of water challenges.

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How Technology Can Support State and Local Agencies Striving for Sustainability

State Tech Magazine

Environmental sustainability is an exciting and challenging opportunity for state and local government agencies. Actively supporting sustainability initiatives gives governments the chance to participate in the environmentally conscious actions their communities want, while supporting their public lands.

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The Benefits of Smart Buildings for State and Local Government Campuses

State Tech Magazine

Less heralded has been the smartification of the humble government office building, be it city hall, the headquarters of a state government agency or even a remote outpost. It’s an area that is ripe for innovation…

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How public sector organizations use AWS to build sustainability solutions

AWS Public Sector Blog

The cloud offers transformative solutions to address sustainability challenges, enabling organizations to increase productivity, efficiency, and cost savings, as well as reduce emissions and waste. Enabling sustainable farming. “…The climate crisis is caused by us – and the solutions must come from us. Monitoring our Earth.

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Booz Allen speeds migration and reduces costs for a US government agency with the AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP)

AWS Public Sector Blog

Moving sensitive US government data to the cloud requires the meticulous application of a proven migration methodology, skilled resources, a robust solution, and a mature logistics model. This was the first time the government agency and Booz Allen used MAP. Why moving to the cloud should be part of your sustainability strategy.