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comprehensive-plan-soil (12)_resultat
rural planner examining soil profile in agricultural field — soils comprehensive plan
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CUE 6.4 Benchmarks_Infographic
Infographic comparing common energy efficiency upgrades, including LED lighting, HVAC improvements, building envelope upgrades, and combined heat and power, with typical energy savings.
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natural-resources-comprehensive-plan_resultat
natural resources comprehensive plan — aerial view of rural county landscape with farmland, river, and wetlands
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Less Is More: Conservation, Efficiency, and Electrification in Rural Communities
Energy isn’t usually what draws people into small‑town leadership. You run for the council or join the planning commission because you care about streets and schools, housing and jobs, maybe the new playground down by the river. But sooner or later, usually at budget time, the line items for electricity, natural gas, and fuel start…
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CUE 6.4 Resources
Books on energy efficiency and sustainability on a library table beside an open reference book, representing research and planning resources.
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CUE 6.4.5 Conservation Efficiency
Aerial view of a small rural town featuring rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle charging stations, and a nearby solar farm, illustrating clean energy adoption in rural communities.
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CUE 6.4.4 Fairgrounds_EV_Charging
Electric vehicle charging stations at a county fairgrounds parking area, demonstrating rural EV infrastructure and transportation electrification.
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CUE 6.4.3 Solar Brownfield
Aerial view of a solar energy installation on a brownfield site adjacent to commercial development and farmland, illustrating strategic land use planning.
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CUE 6.4.2 Weatherization
Workers installing blown-in attic insulation as part of a residential weatherization and home energy efficiency upgrade.