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Deep DiveMapping the impact of dockless vehicles
This week: Mercedes-Benz throws its hat in the e-scooter ring, a DC couple scoots into married life and more in our roundup.
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ACEEE: 'Ambitious' energy efficiency could halve US emissions by 2050
If cities are to hit climate goals and remain in step with targets outlined in the Paris climate agreement, they will need to take bold action.
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Uber to bring AV testing to Dallas
The city was chosen for its unique traffic patterns, infrastructure and climate, which are conditions that will help the company collect data to build high-def maps and simulations.
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Cities Today Institute to serve as CIO, CTO network
Launched as a "one-stop shop" for city leaders around the world, CTI will provide a forum to share best practices for implementing smart city policies.
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New York MTA commits $5.2B to subway accessibility
With the investment, stations that serve over 60% of the system's ridership will be accessible in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Knight Foundation invests $925K in Miami's Underline park
The 10-mile, 120-acre linear park, touted as Miami's answer to New York's High Line, will use the funds for tech investments.
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NSF announces new wireless testbed in North Carolina Research Triangle
The research platform will focus on wireless communications for drones and other unmanned flying objects in the cities of Raleigh and Cary.
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White House floats 'humane policing' to clear homeless from streets
Details about how police would actually move vulnerable people into shelters were not provided, which will likely concern local leaders.
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Is citizen engagement the key to smart water solutions?
Aquagenuity CEO Doll Avant said humans, not technology, currently serve as the sensors to detect water problems — and that must change.
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IBM Call for Code contest selects 5 finalists
The teams produce open-source tech to help communities respond to increasingly severe natural disasters, including mental health care solutions.
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Rockefeller Foundation creates Opportunity Zone Academy
The program will provide five cities with resources to develop the zones into economically thriving, socially inclusive and walkable neighborhoods.
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Kanye West's affordable housing prototypes demolished
West failed to secure building permits for his "Yeezy Home" initiative, leading to the demolition of at least three prototypes on his property.
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Chicago to pilot less invasive water main repair techniques
The city has replaced 716 miles of water mains since 2012 which has largely involved tree removal, resulting in outcry from residents and officials.
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Critics slam Sidewalk Labs' 'frustratingly abstract' Quayside master plan
Sidewalk Labs will produce a "Digital Innovation Appendix" of the tech to be used in its Toronto project following an unfavorable report from Waterfront Toronto.
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How can cities redefine 'smart' to include equity? 6 leaders weigh in
At the inaugural Smart City Expo in Atlanta, experts from startups, nonprofits, government departments and utility companies put a spotlight on inclusivity.
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Lyft expands rider safety program
After struggling with high-profile safety incidents in recent years, ride-hailing giants have doubled down on their commitments to safety.
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Report card: US cities far from 'smart' status
Leading Cities and Bright Cities emphasized the need for U.S. cities to collaborate in order to climb in the "smart city" ratings.
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Georgia city explores its curiosity with 5G-enabled IoT 'sandbox'
Peachtree Corners, GA opened its Curiosity Lab this week with a ribbon-cutting drone, proving the site is as unique as its home city.
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After rise of scooters, NACTO updates micromobility guidance
The organization called for cities to redesign streets to take mobility options into account and to enhance safety.
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California legislators approve statewide rent cap
Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign the bill, which is considered a partial solution to the housing crisis.
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Throwing pies at potholes
Domino’s cooked up a way to fix cities' infrastructure, and it has been wildly successful.
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Transportation for America digging into a valuable, but wasted, asset
City governments identify the curb as "the most valuable asset they own," but many haven't used it to "its greatest potential." T4A wants to close that gap.
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StreetLight Data offers on-demand data for clear picture of traffic tendencies
The company's transportation planning software will provide monthly and hourly traffic counts to help planners better evaluate traffic analytics.
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Ohio's $17M project to test AVs on rural roads
The four-year project will focus on running AVs on roads in 32 counties, including on unpaved roads in all seasons, day or night.
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'Mayors are angry': Puerto Rico cities lack federal funds for hurricane recovery
Federal funds are too slow to arrive, and local resiliency plans require money to begin implementation, Ponce Mayor María Meléndez told Smart Cities Dive.
