There is increased focus within agencies at all levels of government on “environmental, social and governance” (ESG) policies – already making an impact in the business world – as a framework for agencies to minimize their environmental impact while creating an inclusive and values-led culture for employees. It’s also about creating equitable experiences for the people and organizations they serve. For instance, i...

Please visit our website for the most up-to-date- information! AGA is the member organization for government financial management professionals. We lead and encourage change that benefits our field and all citizens. Our training events, professional certification, publications and ongoing education help members build their skills and advance their careers. Who we are Our members work in government financial management across sectors and worldw...

Join us at the North American Carbon World (NACW) 2022 conference, which will return to an in-person gathering on April 6-8 in Anaheim, California. Continued and amplified efforts throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are working to achieve climate solutions, but more policy, action, and innovation are required to raise ambition and reduce emissions at the scale and urgency required. NACW 2022 will dive into the status and future of North Am...

Here in the United States, one of the most visible actions taken to address climate change is the federal government’s focus on zero-emission vehicles and the supporting infrastructure. This is an area where the government plans to lead by example. Listen as experts from both the public and private sectors discuss the concept of Future Histories, Laws of Zero in planning for an electric vehicle future. Topics covered include: electrifyin...

Join us for a conversation with the FAA's Executive Director of the Office of Environment & Energy, Kevin Welsh. Mr. Welsh leads the development of aviation environmental and energy policies, goals, and priorities, and oversees research, engineering and development projects and initiatives. In this capacity, he also represents the United States at the International Civil Aviation Organization Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection...

The Biden Administration is committed to building a more sustainable and resilient future while tackling the climate crisis and creating jobs. This means investing in and building a resilient infrastructure that can withstand increasingly severe floods, wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, and other risks. At the same, the U.S. critical infrastructure is under attack from growing persistent and sophisticated cyber threats. High-profile attacks on...

The Survey & GIS Summit is back! Please join us as leaders from the national land surveying and GIS professional societies (NSPS and URISA) explore the similarities and differences between the two professions. Industry experts will share real-world examples of new opportunities and how the two professions often converge as a result. Keynote speakers will present some compelling insight into this convergence with the focus on fostering heal...

Please join the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Minority and Women-Owned Business Division of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) for a discussion about advancing inclusive economic growth in the American agriculture sector. You will hear from speakers with experience in international trade and entrepreneurship who will discuss professional and commercial opportunitie...

The AREMA 2021 Virtual Conference scheduled to take place September 26-30 will provide an excellent opportunity for our attendees to increase their railroad knowledge, technical expertise, network and a forum for exchanging ideas. Registration is now open. Why Attend As a railway engineering professional, you will find the resources to increase your knowledge about the industry through the latest innovations and technologies when you attend th...

The International Zero Emission Bus Conference is the primary event for professionals who are leading the charge to electrification – equipping school, transit, and shuttle bus managers with the necessary tools to electrify their fleets. From initial community advocacy to electrifying a full depot and managing on-going ZEB operations, conference content spans the entire journey to zero-emission.