Infrastructure Insights
National Governors Association has collated a variety of resources from NGA partners to assist Governors and their staff with implementing the Infrastructure Implementation and Jobs Act (IIJA). These resources leverage the expertise of NGA partners to provide insights to assist with delivering specific program areas and cross-program tools and best practices. This page will continually be updated with timely and actionable resources to assist with implementing the IIJA.
Exploring new regions: The greenfield opportunity in semiconductors
Three factors—supply chain security, sustainability, and subsidies—feature prominently as semiconductor companies expand into new countries or regions.
US is world’s most attractive destination for private infrastructure investment
Modernization of state transport, energy and water networks through public-private partnerships is crucial to maintain investment momentum
Revisiting the government’s role in catalyzing modern innovation
A toolkit for public sector organizations to energize ecosystems and spur innovation.
Revolutionizing Infrastructure with Digital and AI
The public sector hasn’t fully harnessed the power of AI and digital for infrastructure projects. Here’s how states can get started.
Permitting & Reviews: Fast Tracking Projects with End-to-End Approval and Process Reform
Reforming the permitting and review process can help states execute on vital infrastructure projects and maximize federal funding.
A Hub of Opportunity: How State Agency Coordination and Accountability Can Unleash Federal Funding
Maximizing funds requires statewide coordination. An infrastructure hub can also strengthen state agency networks, enhance economic development efforts, and improve residents’ lives.
Climate Resilience: Adapting Infrastructure from Risk to Resilience
To safeguard their communities and infrastructure against an increasing number of climate-related hazards, state and local governments must embrace adaptation and resilience solutions.
Building Innovation Ecosystems: Accelerating Tech Hub Growth
Innovation ecosystems can generate economic, financial, and social benefits for all, and there’s new federal funding to build them. A six-step playbook could help leaders get them right.
Alternative Delivery: Exploring Beyond Traditional Execution Models to Deliver Better Assets Faster
The use of alternative delivery methods can improve incentives to optimize the long-term lifecycle costs of public-private partnership projects.
Equity & Inclusion: Laying the Foundation for a More Equitable Future
By rethinking how they plan and deliver infrastructure, US states can help maximize the benefits of infrastructure projects in underserved communities.
Executing on the $2 Trillion Investment to Boost American Competitiveness
The IIJA, IRA, and CHIPS laws set big infrastructure and sustainability goals, but execution will determine results.
Rebuilding Our Semiconductor Workforce
The United States is launching into a new era of resurgent semiconductor manufacturing, this report explores the details of this emerging demand and shows how to take advantage of this crucial moment.
State tax credits and incentives in the CHIPS Act and IRA
The CHIPS Act and Inflation Reduction Act each create opportunity at both the federal and state levels—and can change how companies approach credits and incentives.
Strategies for building US semiconductor fabs: Finding skilled labor
The need to compete for skilled labor could delay fab construction in the United States, but some new strategies may help accelerate progress.
The Case for Interactive Cloud-Based NEPA Documents
How interactive cloud-based documents can improve decision-making, increase equity and collaboration, build trust, and decrease delays during the NEPA process
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act eBook
This eBook focuses on digital solutions to complement physical buildout for surface transportation projects.
The CHIPS and Science Act: Here’s what’s in it
The CHIPS Act is designed to boost US competitiveness, innovation, and national security. Here is a breakdown of the law’s key provisions.
The Inflation Reduction Act: Here’s what’s in it
A breakdown of the IRA’s major provisions—by the numbers.
Indiana Toll Road Overview
This presentation provides a comprehensive description of a successful transportation public-private partnerships in Indiana.
Three Steps to Prioritize Infrastructure Investment With GIS
Using GIS technology you can see where infrastructure systems are not meeting demand levels or where shifts in demographics are occurring so you can target investments that will deliver the greatest impact.
Navigating the Complexity of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
To help government leaders keep track of information as it becomes available, McKinsey has developed the BIL Navigator, a digital tool that captures the most critical BIL-related information—including program deadlines and requirements.
Workforce Transformation for State DOTs
A look at state transportation workforce challenges and solutions, with a case study of the Virginia Department of Transportation.
State How to on Federal Funding
How to leverage federal infrastructure funds to make your state more resilient, sustainable, and competitive.
Build Smarter with GIS
Understand how GIS can help plan and deliver more strategic infrastructure investments.
What $65B of Broadband Infrastructure Funding Means for States and How They Should Prepare
Closing the digital divide is a fundamental equity issue in the US, essential to the future of our: economy and society. If thoughtfully deployed, the funding from the IIJA has an opportunity to close this divide.
Accelerate Adoption of Advanced Digital Construction Management
Bentley Systems partners with state DOTs for the Advanced Digital Construction Management System grant program, with dedicated grant writers that can help with necessary technical details.
The Future of U.S. Infrastructure
A survey of infrastructure trends, capturing perspectives from 300 federal, state, and local officials and infrastructure executives in the U.S.
Futureproofing Energy Infrastructure & Fully Unlocking Infrastructure Dollars
With heightened attention to modernizing critical infrastructure and the recent passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, there has never been a more important time to ensure that funding dollars are spent wisely on digitized infrastructure
Reinvesting In America
Over $1 trillion in infrastructure spending is set to enter the U.S. economy over the next five years. How can governments and companies harness the opportunity to advance sustainable and inclusive growth?
Public-Private Partnerships For Infrastructure Investment
Best practice report that reviews public private partnerships used to fund infrastructure developments around the world.
Designing Resilient Transportation Networks With GIS
Tap into your GIS for mapping and spatial analytics tools to help you plan and design more resilient transportation systems.
Green Public Procurement
A systematic framework will enable government procurement officials to overcome the challenges of setting and reaching net-zero goals.