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Opinion
How high-tech tracking systems used by airlines can cut grocery food waste
RFID tags have been used for years to track clothing inventories and luggage — and, according to Avery Dennison's Francisco Melo, have led to a 20% reduction in items stores discard.
By Francisco Melo • July 14, 2017 -
Study: AVs may one day have human-like ethics built in
A study found that researchers could create a model that corresponded to human-made ethical decisions with 90% accuracy in driving scenarios.
By Jackie Snow • July 13, 2017 -
Mayor releases Lincoln Environmental Action Plan to ‘green’ Nebraska’s capital
The draft highlights plans to increase environmental sustainability in the areas of energy, land use, transportation, waste and water resources.
By Kristin Musulin • July 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The progression toward smart cities 3.0 is ‘an evolution, not a revolution’
Smart cities 1.0 was born when municipalities started tackling tech problems, which led to the 2.0-era of holistic solutions. What comes next?
By Jackie Snow • July 13, 2017 -
Opinion
Why Google needs to focus on connected cities for its Alphabet strategy to pay off
If Alphabet wants to fuel breakthroughs in a vast array of industries from AI to medicine, it needs to accept large costs as it nurtures more risky experiments — like Sidewalk Labs.
By Michael Provenzano • July 12, 2017 -
Bloomberg: 33% of global car fleet will be electric by 2040
Growing automaker commitment to electric vehicles and falling battery prices are predicted to be the two biggest drivers of EV adoption.
By Cody Boteler • July 11, 2017 -
Study: Clean city design, park proximity boosts trust in local government
Vacant lots with moderate upkeep, litter reduction and proximity to parks all show an increase in civic pride and trust.
By Cody Boteler • July 6, 2017 -
Las Vegas, Cisco partner to improve traffic across the city
The partnership will allow the city to test smart approaches to managing traffic that, if prove successful, could be expanded to the rest of the city.
By Cody Boteler • July 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
In Denver, ‘nature doesn’t care’ about per capita measurements for sustainability
Denver's Office of Sustainability doesn't use per capita measurements, putting it behind in some rankings — but the chief sustainability officer says those measurements are not what's important.
By Jackie Snow • July 6, 2017 -
US Ignite adds 5 cities to network of Smart Gigabit Communities
By entering the network, each city will develop two gigabit applications per year to advance technology solutions and provide support for other SGCs.
By Kristin Musulin • July 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: ASU’s Design School director on putting the ‘art’ in smart city
Jason Schupbach of Arizona State University's Design School weighed in on how artists can play a role in creative placemaking to help cities better integrate new technologies.
By Jackie Snow • July 6, 2017 -
WalletHub: North Dakota, Texas top list of most startup-friendly states
The low cost of office space and the high accessibility of financing were two of the 20 factors considered by WalletHub.
By Jackie Snow • July 6, 2017 -
New York Supreme Court upholds state prohibition on ESCO sales to low-income customers
The court also reiterated that the state's Public Service Commission has regulatory jurisdiction over energy service companies.
By Robert Walton • July 5, 2017 -
Major metros with sizable suburbs see growth
Highly suburbanized metros like Charlotte, NC, and Orlando, FL, are seeing their populations climb, driven in part by buyers seeking lower prices and more space.
By Joe Dyton • July 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
AWS Summit: To improve cities, P3s must be developed
The U.S. government may not be innovating as much as it did during the space race, but federal agencies are still the biggest purchaser of goods and services in the entire world.
By Jackie Snow • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This DC program prepares area youth for a green workforce
The Montgomery County Conservation Corps is training young people to enter careers in the growing green infastructure sector.
By Jackie Snow • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Enabling citywide cybersecurity: Lessons from Dallas
Cybersecurity is becoming such a ubiquitous problem that Girl Scouts can now get badges for it.
By Jackie Snow • June 29, 2017 -
Does the federal government’s inaction on clean water leave an opening for cities?
The Environmental Protection Agency's goals for clean water haven't been updated since 1972. Should cities start to step up?
By Cody Boteler • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What is the definition of a smart city? 8 industry leaders weigh in
Public and private sector leaders might not agree on the definition, but they can agree on the need to develop new solutions to tackle growing challenges.
By Emily Peiffer , Kristin Musulin • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Bots on the job: The past, present and future of robotic builders
From bricklaying arms to load-bearing exoskeletons, a host of high-tech helpers are headed for the job site.
By Jean Thilmany • June 28, 2017 -
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Gun drawn, camera on: Wireless sensor cues body cams from holster
The Axon Signal Sidearm alerts Axon body cameras when a firearm is removed from an officer's holster
By Michael Keating • June 28, 2017 -
Bloomberg announces $200M ‘American Cities Initiative’
Cities can register to enter the 2017 Mayors Challenge with cash prizes along the way. The grand prize winner will receive $5 million toward an initiative for their city.
By Cody Boteler • June 27, 2017 -
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Cooperative agreement offers abundant choices for playground gear
Two global vendors, GameTime and KOMPAN, have won a U.S. Communities cooperative contract for playground equipment, outdoor fitness equipment, site accessories, surfacing and related products and services.
By Michael Keating • June 27, 2017 -
US mayors pass resolution for 100% renewable energy goal by 2035
Leaders of more than 250 U.S. cities said they are committed to holding up their end of the Paris climate agreement, despite President Trump's decision to withdraw from the pact.
By Robert Walton • June 27, 2017 -
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Deep Dive‘Who run the world?’: 7 women shaping the future of smart cities
This list of CIOs, CEOs and city managers highlights the crucial contributions that women make to smart city development.
By Jackie Snow • June 22, 2017
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