Federal money’s flowing to Greensboro these days. From the city’s Web site:

Starting March 1, 40-year-old windows in the Melvin Municipal Office Building at 300 W. Washington St. are being replaced in an effort to improve the building’s energy efficiency. The $500,000 project takes advantage of an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant the City of Greensboro received from the Department of Energy, in addition to energy efficiency rebates from Duke Energy.

From the EPA’s Web site:

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that Greensboro, NC will receive technical assistance through the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program. Nationally, 56 communities in 26 states will each receive the assistance from EPA-funded private-sector experts. The technical experts will work with the communities on actions they can take to improve the economy, the environment, and quality of life. Some examples may include improving pedestrian access and safety, incorporating green infrastructure, or conducting an economic and fiscal health assessment.

Greensboro is receiving assistance with Smart Growth Guidelines for Sustainable Design and Development. This assistance will help the community understand the key principles and decisions at the location, site, and building levels that can result in a more sustainable plan or development proposal.

Just so you know.