Expanding Economic Opportunity through Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathways
The City of Austin and FUSE are collaborating to expand access to high-wage, high-growth careers in advanced manufacturing, particularly for students from historically underserved communities. FUSE Executive Fellow Edgar Padilla will conduct a stakeholder listening tour across school districts, employers, and community organizations to identify barriers to participation in technical... Read more
Revitalizing Neighborhoods Through Blight Reduction Strategies
The City of Tulsa and FUSE are working together to address blighted and vacant properties that undermine housing stability and economic growth, particularly in historically underserved neighborhoods. FUSE Executive Fellow Shelly Termini will conduct a comprehensive listening tour with city agencies, community organizations, and residents to identify systemic barriers, including... Read more
Empowering Tulsa’s Youth to Pursue Economic Mobility
Tulsa and FUSE are building a cohesive youth workforce ecosystem that connects young people to training, paid experience, and meaningful careers. Young people in Tulsa are eager to contribute their talents to emerging industries, yet pathways can be challenging to find and navigate. Families and employers alike benefit when career... Read more
Advancing Community Empowerment Through Solar Energy Access
Tucson and FUSE are expanding access to clean energy for low-income households, enabling families to lower their costs and build resilience in a warming climate. Energy burdens fall hardest on households with limited resources and on homes that require energy efficiency upgrades. Expanding access to rooftop solar and related improvements... Read more
Transforming Public Housing for Sustainability and Climate Resilience
Tucson and FUSE are modernizing public housing to reduce utility costs, enhance comfort, and safeguard residents from extreme heat. Residents in public housing are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, especially during prolonged periods of extreme heat. Upgrading buildings with energy-efficient systems, renewable energy sources, and water conservation... Read more
Strategic Expansion of Municipal Solar Infrastructure
Phoenix and FUSE are expanding solar across city facilities to advance climate goals, reduce energy costs, and strengthen community resilience. The city’s abundant sun presents a powerful opportunity to generate clean energy close to where it is used. Realizing that potential requires a clear strategy for ownership, finance, and long-term... Read more
Advancing Sustainability Through City-Wide Fleet Modernization
Phoenix and FUSE are modernizing the municipal fleet to improve air quality, lower costs, and deliver reliable city services. City fleets touch every neighborhood and play a key role in public health and operational efficiency. Transitioning to cleaner vehicles and fuels requires thoughtful planning, workforce readiness, and charging and maintenance... Read more
Advancing Sustainability Through Circular Economy Infrastructure Development
Phoenix and FUSE are expanding circular economy infrastructure, making materials from local resources that support jobs, innovation, and environmental health. As new technologies proliferate, communities must manage complex material streams in ways that reduce waste and create value. Phoenix is growing into a hub that attracts recovery-focused businesses, supports innovation,... Read more
Deploying Energy Resilience Solutions in Aviation
Phoenix and FUSE are advancing clean energy solutions across the airport system to improve reliability, reduce emissions, and support community wellbeing. Airports are essential economic and transportation hubs that must operate reliably in a changing climate. Phoenix is exploring how on-site energy storage, microgrids, and other clean energy solutions can... Read more
Advancing Economic Opportunity through Place-Based Resilience Strategies
Austin, Texas, is working to implement economic resilience strategies that address longstanding disparities in access to opportunity and small business support across its communities. FUSE Executive Fellow Sandy Eapen will help the city pilot and scale these strategies by coordinating cross-sector efforts and developing tools for long-term implementation and sustainability.... Read more