Energy & Utilities
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Cincinnati to add more EVs to its city fleet
The city is also engaging in programs to increase citizens' awareness of and exposure to EVs through partnerships with local and regional bodies.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 18, 2019 -
Berkeley, CA sets historic law banning natural gas from new buildings
Berkeley is the first U.S. city to pass such a measure, designed to curb GHG emissions and prepare new buildings for electric infrastructure.
By Kristin Musulin • July 18, 2019 -
Rockefeller grant to tackle 'energy poverty' in emerging economies
Four universities split the $3.8 million grant to use data to predict electricity demand in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.
By Jason Plautz • July 17, 2019 -
Can NYC's power grid handle impending heat waves?
An outage at a substation on Saturday left New York City in darkness for five hours. Utility company Con Edison warns it could happen again.
By Jason Plautz • July 16, 2019 -
Transitioning US to 100% renewables by 2030 will cost $4.5 trillion
The 2030 target would put the U.S. on an extremely accelerated installation path, with more annual capacity buildout over each of the next 11 years "than what has been installed collectively over the past two decades," a report says.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 01, 2019 -
Volkswagen launches EV car-sharing program
WeShare consists of entirely electric vehicles, a rarity in car-sharing programs, and doesn't require users to drop off vehicles at fixed locations.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 28, 2019 -
EPA issues Clean Power Plan replacement as coal bailout remains sidelined
"Fossil fuels will continue to be a key part of the energy mix," EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler said at a press conference Wednesday.
By Robert Walton • June 19, 2019 -
Study: Bitcoin mining has carbon footprint comparable to Kansas City, MO
Cities have embraced Bitcoin and other blockchain technology as a way to handle everything from real estate transactions to vehicle communications.
By Jason Plautz • June 17, 2019 -
Utility, EV coalition calls for 50% transportation energy reduction by 2050
The 50x50 Transportation Commission laid out more than three dozen policy recommendations, calling for stronger funding in electric vehicle infrastructure, among other things.
By Robert Walton • June 14, 2019 -
Deep DiveWildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes: How utilities are preparing for a summer of storms
Man-made electric grids are no match for natural disasters, so utilities are putting increasing focus on speeding recovery times.
By Robert Walton • June 07, 2019 -
Deep DiveAre cities the Green New Deal's most viable frontier?
New York City and Los Angeles want to put a local spin on the national version — though the plans may be tricky to replicate.
By Chris Teale • June 03, 2019 -
GM, Bechtel plan thousands of fast charging stations across US
Construction on the first installations is scheduled to begin later this year, with stations concentrated in dense, urban environments.
By Robert Walton • May 29, 2019 -
Detroit sues LED bulb manufacturer over dimmed streetlights
The lawsuit against Leotek Electronics USA says the city's Public Lighting Authority "expects a system-wide failure of Leotek's luminaires in the short-term," which could put the city's revitalization efforts at risk.
By Jason Plautz • May 09, 2019 -
Q&AHow VR, 5G and P3s can enhance local hurricane preparedness
Venture Smarter director Rhonda Binda highlighted how the emergence of new tech and collaborative opportunities are helping cities boost resiliency in the face of natural disasters.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 08, 2019 -
EVgo commits to powering chargers with 100% renewable energy
The electric vehicle charging network said it will rely on wind and solar energy, becoming the first in the United States to make such a commitment.
By Chris Teale • May 08, 2019 -
SponsoredSmart lighting: Gateway to the smart city
These days, every city wants to be "smart." But what is smart?
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Seattle passes EV readiness requirements
New buildings with off-street parking like a garage must have charging infrastructure under a proposal championed by Mayor Jenny Durkan.
By Jason Plautz • May 02, 2019 -
OpinionIt's the 'largest brake' on greenhouse gases, but we're not pushing hard enough
Numbers show that in the U.S., and across much of the world, we've made big progress on energy efficiency in the past few decades, proving that we can do more with less.
By Jason Hartke • May 02, 2019 -
NYC passes sweeping 'Climate Mobilization Act'
The legislation calls for cutting buildings emissions, installing green roofs and moving the city toward shutting its 24 gas-fired power plants.
By Chris Teale • April 22, 2019 -
EVgo debuts Autocharge technology
The platform will recognize registered electric vehicles and initiate automatic charging. It is set to be rolled out nationwide by year's end.
By Jason Plautz • April 16, 2019 -
Bipartisan group of lawmakers propose extending tax credits for electric, fuel cell vehicles
U.S. EV sales increased by more than 80% in 2018, but advocates say the market is still ramping up and tax credits remain key to that momentum.
By Robert Walton • April 11, 2019 -
Opinion
Grid modernization is the best new deal
A Grid Modernization Act could accomplish many of the Green New Deal's goals by improving public health, creating jobs, spurring innovation and making our communities more resilient.
By Hon. Dennis McGinn and Roger Sorkin • April 10, 2019 -
Report: Los Angeles is top city for US solar use
After years of rapid growth, the U.S. now has enough solar to power one in 11 homes, according to Environment America.
By Jason Plautz • April 09, 2019 -
'It ain't about shiny stuff': A look inside Panasonic's Smart City Showcase
The Denver operation covers a full city block and includes initiatives around connected vehicles, power generation, mobility and workforce housing.
By Chris Teale • April 02, 2019 -
Deep DiveAll hail: How taxi companies stay competitive in an evolving marketplace
As ride-hailing services grow in consumer popularity, savvy cab companies are using technology and improved sustainability to compete for business.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 28, 2019
