The art of easing a city's traffic gridlock

Congestion pricing strategies are surfacing around the country to address traffic flow and boost infrastructure funds.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 23, 2018

AECOM report: National prosperity depends on civil infrastructure

The survey of more than 500 industry professionals worldwide identifies infrastructure's challenges, including funding struggles and lack of innovation.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 23, 2018

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From worsening climate change to a shifting transportation landscape and the housing affordability crisis, cities have their work cut out for them.

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Leaked White House infrastructure draft suggests private investment on track

Details of the $1 trillion infrastructure spend were supposed to be unveiled this month, though reports have pointed to a possible reveal during President Donald Trump's State of the Union address next week.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 22, 2018

First cashierless Amazon Go store opens in Seattle

Amazon has smoothed out glitches in the futuristic store as one of the most anticipated retail concepts in years finally goes live. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Report: Resilient design saves an average of $6 for every $1 spent

Building more resilient structures and those that surpass minimum building code requirements could create as many as 87,000 new jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

The state of smart city development in 7 charts

A survey of nearly 650 utility, municipal, commercial and community stakeholders from across the U.S. found significant trends and perspectives regarding smart city progress.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 18, 2018

Amazon unveils top 20 contenders for HQ2

Let the jockeying begin: Amazon will make a final decision this year after a deeper dive into each city's potential.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

Google to expand cloud service with 3 new underwater cables

The Curie cable will connect L.A. with Chile, the Havfrue cable will connect the U.S. East Coast with Ireland and Denmark, and the HK-G cable will connect hubs in the Pacific. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 18, 2018

Data is the newest form of infrastructure

"Smart city projects must have a direct correlation to city performance, which means vendors need to think like a city," writes Seattle Smart City Coordinator Kate Garman.

By Kate Garman • Jan. 18, 2018

Apple to open a new US campus, add 20K jobs

While the move may sound similar to Amazon's announcement of a second headquarters (HQ2), cities may not be so quick to offer proposals or incentives.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 18, 2018

Report: Oregon touts nation's best infrastructure

The U.S. News & World Report infrastructure ranking of 50 states is based on scores in energy, transportation and internet access, among others.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 16, 2018

Atlanta’s first ‘Smart Neighborhood’ is under development

Homes in the neighborhood will have in-home battery energy storage and voice control features, among other features.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 12, 2018

Bipartisan congressional caucus introduces infrastructure guidelines

In their report, the group said the quality of U.S. infrastructure has lagged other countries and faces a potential $2 trillion gap by 2025.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2018

Amazon could be leaning toward Boston for new HQ2

The company's leasing efforts in the seaport city mimic the first phase of its HQ2 plan.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2018

How new roadway material tech could help save infrastructure

Scientists in Switzerland and the Netherlands are developing new technologies to replace traditional roadway materials with self-healing asphalt.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 10, 2018

AT&T will launch IoT service to monitor bridge, railway safety

The AT&T Smart Cities Structure Monitoring service will outfit city infrastructure with sensors to detect structural changes such as cracks or tilts.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 10, 2018

To build an inclusive smart city, look through an age-friendly lens

As the aging population expands, some cities are implementing strategic plans to ensure the needs of seniors are met — especially in terms of mobility and housing.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 9, 2018

$75B Senate bridge bill gains transportation industry support

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association said 23% of the nation's bridges are structurally deficient or functionally obsolete.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2018

Proposed California bill would mandate greater housing density near transit

The bill was introduced to combat the state's housing shortage and affordability problems.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 9, 2018

Las Vegas pilot will test solar-powered information boards

The digital kiosks will offer transportation updates and other informative city-related content.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 8, 2018

Boston sees renewed call for $10B seawall in wake of devastating storm

A recent winter storm, combined with a high tide, caused downtown Boston to be flooded with icy seawater.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 8, 2018

Resiliency at center of $1.5B Seaport San Diego design

Sea-level rise and potential seismic activity are two of the factors influencing the project's design.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 8, 2018

Illinois announces master contracts for smart street lighting initiative

The effort is part of Gov. Bruce Rauner's push to make Illinois the "first smart state in the nation."

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 8, 2018

Smart building tech yields utility savings up to 18%

The study, which examined office and retail space, hotels and hospitals, found each segment has significant differences in smart technology adoption.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 3, 2018

6 trends that will define smart cities in 2018

From 5G to microtransit, cities will face significant tech, transportation and innovation advancements in the new year. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 3, 2018