Decision-support Tools

Best Practices for Data Center Planning and Oversight

Best Practices for Data Center Planning and Oversight

The Washtenaw County Resiliency Office partnered with CIS to respond to a County Board directive to develop data center informational outreach materials, best practices, and educational resources for local municipalities. CIS’s work includes making specific, rigorous...

Climate Resilience Benefit-Cost Analysis Tool for Water Utilities

Climate Resilience Benefit-Cost Analysis Tool for Water Utilities

The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water issues to meet the evolving needs of the water sector.Project Scope Benefit-Cost Analysis Research and Analyses Stakeholder Engagement Tool Development...

Exploring Emerging Utility-led Innovations in Water Affordability

Exploring Emerging Utility-led Innovations in Water Affordability

Affordability of water and wastewater (“water”) utility bills is a growing concern for many Americans, with water rates rising faster than the cost of most other goods and services. This is adding pressure to households already struggling to pay bills, forcing them to...