What Works Cities’ Simone Brody on innovation, data and ‘celebrating the best’

Smart Cities Dive caught up with Brody to learn about What Works Cities' newest certification process and how higher levels of government can learn from city development. 

By Jackie Snow • June 1, 2017

Report: Phoenix tops list of cities with highest-performing local governments

According to the report, "good government" must be race-informed, employee-engaged and data-driven, among other elements.

By Jackie Snow • June 1, 2017

This interactive data portal maps the digital divide in Kansas City, MO

The tool is part of Kansas City’s Digital Equality Access Plan, which aims to find a "path from digital inclusion to economic mobility and entrepreneurship."

By Jackie Snow • June 1, 2017

In this Finnish neighborhood, residents can experience efficient living 25/7

Smart Kalasatama in Helsinki, Finland is finding ways to give an hour a day back to its residents.

By Jackie Snow • May 31, 2017

3 reasons the commercial buildings market is ready for AI

AI offers the next frontier in the sophistication of intelligent building solutions by adding embedded learning to analytics and machines for continuous system improvement. 

By Casey Talon • May 31, 2017

Trump budget cuts funding for seismic early warning system

The latest federal budget proposal would cut $10 million annually for an early earthquake warning system on the West Coast.

By Kim Slowey • May 30, 2017

For some developers, smart suburbs are the new smart cities

"The divide between cities and suburbs is getting blurred all the time," Georgia Institute of Technology coordinator Ellen Dunham-Jones told Smart Cities Dive.

By Jackie Snow • May 25, 2017

NASCIO report highlights potential for blockchain technology in cities

63% of surveyed state CIOs are considering using blockchain technology in the future, while only 5% are currently using the technology.

By Jackie Snow • May 25, 2017

How cities can help supply chains perfect the last mile

Urban planning and business collaboration could help cities better manage side effects of last-mile delivery, like congestion.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • May 22, 2017

8 city mobile apps driving citizen engagement

Many major cities have leveraged smartphones to communicate about everything from pets to potholes.

By Jackie Snow • May 18, 2017

Baltimore ‘zero waste’ hearing highlights waste-to-energy facility controversy

Major cities with "zero waste" plans have shown that shifting away from waste-to-energy doesn't happen overnight.

By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 2017

World Future Council report suggests ‘building blocks’ to reach 100% renewable energy

According to the report, more than 300 cities have committed to 100% renewable energy as of late 2016.

By Jackie Snow • May 17, 2017

Google’s new service will help enterprises collect data from IoT devices

Cloud IoT Core provides a communications bridge between Google analytics and IoT devices. The new service could help cities and businesses more quickly realize the value of IoT technology.

By Justine Brown • May 17, 2017

ACEEE: 32 cities improve energy efficiency score; Boston tops list

Boston, New York and Seattle topped the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's biannual scorecard that ranks 51 U.S. cities on energy-saving efforts.

By Kristin Musulin , Jackie Snow • May 16, 2017

New York’s Department of Sanitation bans polystyrene foam — again

The city announced a new ban that will start in November following a council hearing on recycling the material.

By Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017

Detroit sets its sights on the next generation of tech workers

The changes in Motor City are a prime example of what certain companies are willing to do to attract tech talent to legacy brands.

By Tess Taylor • May 11, 2017

Pump the brakes: Cities aim to eliminate traffic fatalities with Vision Zero goals

Vision Zero, started in 1990s Sweden, is catching on across the US as cities look to make their roads safer.

By Jackie Snow • May 11, 2017

Secure communications for critical infrastructure? There’s a network for that

Private network service provider Full Spectrum recently announced plans to deploy a nationwide wireless data service for mission critical communications.

By Jackie Snow • May 11, 2017

Atlanta’s I-85 bridge replacement set to open May 15, a month ahead of schedule

Contractor C.W. Matthews will be eligible for an early-completion bonus of $3.1 million, bringing the total contract cost to $16.6 million.

By Kim Slowey • May 11, 2017

How architects and builders can combat sea level rise through design

Architects and engineers are taking the lead to come up with creative methods to tackle the looming threat facing waterfront properties.

By Kim Slowey • May 11, 2017

Survey: Smart cities ‘failing’ residents with disabilities

Fewer than one in five global experts surveyed for a new "smart cities for all" guidebook could name a city that uses ICT accessibility standards. 

By Jackie Snow • May 10, 2017

Draining the swamp: How DC is remaking its water treatment system

The nation's capital wants to eliminate combined sewer overflows with 18 miles of new tunnels and green infrastructure programs.

By Jackie Snow • May 10, 2017

Atlanta makes room for tiny houses with zoning change

Citing housing affordability concerns, City Council members voted to update zoning rules to allow for accessory dwelling units on lots already zoned for duplexes.

By Mary Tyler March • May 10, 2017

In Massachusetts, utilities take a collaborative approach to EV infrastructure

The state wants to see a 50-fold increase in electric vehicles, prompting a novel charging buildout approach from utilities.

By Robert Walton • May 10, 2017

NRDC study finds tap water contaminants in all 50 states

There were more than 80,000 reported violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) by community water systems in 2015, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council.

By Jackie Snow • May 9, 2017