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Communities' Partner Agreement
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY BETTER COMMUNITIES ALLIANCE
The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Communities Alliance is a partnership that
brings together public and private sector leaders to deliver energy efficiency, sustainable
transportation, and renewable energy solutions that create cleaner and more prosperous
communities for all Americans. The Better Communities Alliance is part of the Better Building
Initiative, a national leadership program calling on companies, state and local governments,
manufacturers, universities, and schools to make substantial commitments to improve the energy
usage in buildings, homes, and plants to save money and increase competitiveness.
Through the Better Communities Alliance, DOE connects an important network of city and
county government partners with coordinated expertise, community-based resources, and peer-
networking opportunities at the local level with access to national support.
Together, Better Communities Alliance partners and affiliates will help build the local
capacity required for greater clean energy progress. A cornerstone of this alliance will be new
partnerships with companies, philanthropic foundations, research and nonprofit organizations,
and other groups that pledge expertise and design new programs to strengthen America's
communities.
The goals of the Better Communities Alliance are to:
► Support local governments in achieving their energy, climate, and economic goals through
energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable energy;
P. Streamline communities' access to new resources from DOE and the private sector;
► Facilitate actionable dialogues with local governments that enable DOE to take strategic steps
to meet local needs and opportunities; and
► Recognize public and private sector leaders achieving innovative and impactful clean energy
outcomes in communities.
Better Communities Alliance partners will collaborate with DOE to demonstrate successful
models for furthering energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable energy in their
communities.
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT.WORTH,TX
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Better Communities Alliance Partner Agrees To: US Department of Energy Agrees To:
► Participate in at least one DOE qualifying ► Create a customized portfolio of technical
leadership initiative' assistance tools, resources, and engagement
►Appoint a Better Communities Alliance lead opportunities available to support each partner's
within one month clean energy goals
P,. Facilitate access to in-kind support, expertise,
o. Provide information on current status and future and research made available by Better
target areas of clean energy achievement in your Communities Alliance affiliates
community through completion of a local profile ► Provide national forums for peer networking
within two months and dialogue on community energy planning
P. Consider opportunities to accelerate clean integration and clean energy technologies
energy impact in your community ►Align and expand efforts to support local
P. Share information on clean energy solutions, governments
barriers, and opportunities with DOE, other Better P. Advance the national dialogue on integrated
Communities Alliance partners, and affiliates urban and regional planning for clean energy
P. Participate in Better Communities Alliance peer ► Recognize partners nationally to reflect their
exchange forums achievements
Agreement:
My local government is committed to the goals of the Better Communities Alliance.
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SENIOR LEADERSHIP SIGNATURE SENIOR LEADERSHIP PRINTED NAME DATE
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NAME OF DOE QUALIFYING PROGRAM(S)
Point of Contact Information:
,City of Fort Worth 401 W. 13th Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADDRESS
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General Terms:
► All parties concur that this agreement is wholly voluntary and may be terminated by any party at any time,and for any reason,with no penalty.
► Partner will not construe,claim,or imply that its participation in the Better Buildings Initiative constitutes Federal Government approval,
acceptance,or endorsement of anything other than Partner's commitment to the initiative.
► Partner understands its participation in the Better Buildings Initiative does not constitute Federal Government endorsement of Partner.
► Partner understands that the activities it undertakes in connection with the Better Buildings Initiative are voluntary and not intended to provide
services to the Federal Government.Partner will not submit a claim for compensation to any federal agency.
►The Better Buildings Initiative will honor all requests to keep the Partner's information and data confidential.
1. Information on U.S.DOE clean energy initiatives and projects available for local government participation are included in the BCA FAQ document.
U.S.DEPARTMENT OF
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Communities' Fact Sheet
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY BETTER COMMUNITIES ALLIANCE
The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Communities Alliance is a partnership that brings together
public and private sector leaders to deliver energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable
energy solutions that create cleaner and more prosperous communities for all Americans. The Better
Communities Alliance is part of the department's Better Buildings Initiative, a national leadership
program calling on companies, state and local governments, manufacturers, universities and schools,
to make substantial commitments to improve the energy usage in buildings, homes, and plants to save
money and increase competitiveness.
Local Governments Leading the Way
With urban centers collectively accounting for roughly 70 percent of global energy usage and carbon
emissions, America's local governments are stepping up to the challenge.' City and county leaders are
setting ambitious energy and carbon reduction targets and taking action to improve the energy efficiency
of buildings and infrastructure. The International Energy Agency estimates that by 2030, 87% of US energy
will be consumed in cities, up from 80% in 2006.2 Local governments are also working to expand renewable
energy and sustainable transportation options for their residents and businesses, harness innovative
technologies that make their communities smarter about reducing energy, and invest in resilient power
systems and community infrastructure.
Yet, many city and county governments lack key resources to plan and fully achieve their goals. And even
where clean energy outcomes are being achieved, local governments need common platforms that make
place-based innovation and best practices transferable to peer communities nationwide. Overcoming
these challenges will empower local governments to make even greater strides and ensure that local
successes result in national and global impact.
An Integrated Approach to Clean Energy Solutions
The Better Communities Alliance is a collaborative effort to provide local governments with integrated
expertise, resources, and peer-networking opportunities from across the government, nonprofit,
philanthropic, and private sectors.
The goals of the Better Communities Alliance are to:
► Support local governments in achieving their energy, climate, and economic goals through
energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable energy;
►Advance integrated clean energy planning,technologies, and solutions within communities;
► Streamline community access to new resources from the public and private sectors;
P. Facilitate actionable dialogues with local governments that enable DOE to be more
responsive to local needs and opportunities; and
► Recognize public and private sector leaders achieving innovative and impactful clean
energy outcomes in communities.
Municipal and county governments are invited to join the Better Communities Alliance as partners by
participating in at least one qualifying leadership initiative or project led by DOE, and sharing information
on local goals, areas of clean energy opportunity, and best practices with DOE and other Better
Communities Alliance partners.'
U.S.DEPARTMENT OF
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DOE will support Better Communities Alliance partners by providing:
►Technical assistance tools, resources and engagement as well as clean energy data analysis;
► Opportunities to access support,expertise,and other resources made available by Better
Communities Alliance affiliates;
►A customized portfolio of existing DOE resources and engagement opportunities that align
with the local priorities and interests of each Better Communities Alliance partner;
► National forums for peer networking and dialogue with DOE leaders and experts; and
► National recognition and showcasing of efforts commensurate with achievements.
As part of the Better Communities Alliance, DOE also aims to partner with public and private sector organizations
that commit to support clean energy progress in communities. Businesses, philanthropic foundations, nonprofit
and research groups, local government networks and associations, and other types of organizations are eligible
to join the Better Communities Alliance as affiliates by committing to provide in-kind expertise and placed-based
resources that support clean energy progress in communities. Better Communities Alliance affiliate commitments
will vary and are intended to align with the core capabilities of each organization.
DOE will support Better Communities Alliance affiliates by providing:
► Promotion of the contributions and opportunities made available to Better Communities Alliance partners;
► Participation in national forums with DOE and local government leaders;and
► National recognition and showcasing of efforts commensurate with achievements.
Learn More
Learn more about the Better Communities Alliance and the ways that DOE is already working with local
governments to deliver energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable energy solutions by visiting
bettgrbuildingsinitiative.energy.gov/bca Learn more about how Better Buildings is creating a better, more
energy-efficient future by visiting the Better Buildings Solutions Center.
1.Global energy usage and carbon emission information from World Resources Institute Ross Center for Sustainable Cities.
httpJ/www.wrirosscities.org/our-work/topics/energy-and-climate.
2.IEA(International Energy Agency).2008.World Energy Outlook 2008.Paris:International Energy Agency.http://www.worldenergyoutfook.org/
media/weowebsite/2008-1994/weo2008.pdf.
3.Information on U.S.DOE clean energy initiatives and projects available for local government participation are included in the BCA FAQ document.
U.S.DEPARTMENT OF
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