Bloomberg donates to help Columbus reduce emissions

Michael Bloomberg, a philanthropist and former New York City mayor, has donated millions toward environmental causes. Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Bloomberg Philanthropies The charitable organization founded by former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will spend $200 million to help leaders in Columbus and 24 other cities tap into federal funding opportunities to cut their emissions, Axios' Andrew Freedman writes. Why it matters: The funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies could allow these cities to grow their building and transportation networks in ways that limit greenhouse gas emissions. State of play:...