Amazon rolls out Rivian EVs in more cities for holiday deliveries

The company has delivered more than 5 million packages to U.S. customers using the electric vans since July.

By Max Garland • Nov. 8, 2022

COP27 to spotlight implementation, finance for climate action

Even at the global stage, there could be insights on how to best go about decarbonizing U.S. cities from this month’s United Nations climate conference, experts say.

By Maria Rachal • Nov. 7, 2022

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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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Hybrid sweepers deliver uncompromised performance

Elgin Sweeper’s new hybrid sweepers provide uncompromised performance while helping sustainability efforts.

By Elgin Sweeper • Nov. 7, 2022

Shared micromobility restrictions can increase traffic congestion and emissions, study finds

Following Atlanta’s nighttime scooter limits, travel time increased 9% to 11%, Georgia researchers found in a study. 

By Michael Brady • Nov. 3, 2022

Shared mobility key to urban climate action, city leaders say

As 200 nations gather for the COP27 international climate summit, city leaders see shared mobility as the path to “making our communities healthier and more livable for everyone.” 

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 2, 2022

Local governments can score sustainability points several ways

Local governments can score sustainability points several ways

By Michael Keating • Nov. 1, 2022

Where voters will consider waste and recycling initiatives

San Francisco and Denver are among the localities with ballot measures, which range from deciding who should handle street cleaning to establishing more widespread access to composting.

By Maria Rachal • Nov. 1, 2022

Climate action ballot initiatives for Election Day 2022

Spending for transportation decarbonization, wildfire prevention, storm resilience and more are up for a vote next week in some states.

By Maria Rachal • Nov. 1, 2022

Housing, transit, environmental issues on state and local ballots

Residents in 37 states will vote on 132 statewide ballot measures on Nov. 8, according to Ballotpedia. Read our coverage on measures addressing top smart city concerns.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 31, 2022

Lower speed limits for trucks don’t decrease crash risk in construction zones: report

Vehicles can get hit from behind or sideswiped when motorists merge in poor weather conditions, a study backed by the U.S. Department of Transportation said.

By Charles Pekow • Oct. 31, 2022

California moves toward mandating zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles

To fight air pollution, the California Air Resources Board discussed a proposal to begin requiring government and commercial fleets to purchase cleaner vehicles. A plan could be in place by next year.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 28, 2022

Boston wants to use curb bump-outs to manage flooding, boost resilience

Curb extensions must incorporate at least one of five green infrastructure features, from rain gardens to porous paving, to improve water management and reduce environmental impact, according to the proposal.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 28, 2022

BP and Hertz to build EV fast charging stations across the US

Ride-hailing drivers, Hertz car renters and the public will be able to charge up at hundreds of locations in the U.S.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 27, 2022

For equitable building electrification, philanthropy-backed fund puts communities in the driver’s seat

Who designs the energy transition? As cities work to reduce building emissions and spur clean alternatives, the creators of the Equitable Building Electrification Fund believe that decision-making power needs to shift.

By Maria Rachal • Oct. 26, 2022

Affordable housing, zero waste efforts could benefit from San Antonio deconstruction policy

One of the largest, fastest-growing U.S. cities is trying to use more of the materials it already has by requiring that some old buildings be deconstructed rather than demolished.

By Maria Rachal • Oct. 25, 2022

Aiming for equitable building decarbonization, Chicago gets long-awaited working group guidance

A green bank, a heat pump pilot and expanded energy benchmarking are among the strategies the group presented to address the 70% of greenhouse gas emissions that come from the Windy City's buildings.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 19, 2022

Forecasting air quality in cities: Moving effortlessly from monitoring to management

Air pollution mitigation is a moving target for cities. Hyperlocal forecasting turns data into action.

Oct. 17, 2022

GAO calls on federal government to step up climate resilience efforts

A national strategic plan for climate change resilience would clarify agency priorities and align them with federal spending, the U.S. Government Accountability Office said in its report.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 14, 2022

Long before weather disasters strike, communicating with vulnerable residents is key: report

Pre-planning and community partnerships prove essential when a hurricane, drought, wildfire or other calamity hits, according to insights recently shared from a National Science Foundation program.

By Charles Pekow • Oct. 12, 2022

Urban agriculture gets city funding in Chicago

Food insecurity spiked during the pandemic. Some communities, including those in Chicago, see urban agriculture as a long-term aid.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 4, 2022

Massachusetts, Washington confirm plans to end gas car sales by 2035, following California

State officials detailed their policy plans on Tuesday. Separately, GM announced a big rental EV order and weighed in on federal clean car standards.

By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 21, 2022

Saving tomorrow today: Pursuing sustainability measures is a growing priority for agencies

Saving tomorrow today: Pursuing sustainability measures is a growing priority for agencies

By Tammy Rimes, MPA • Sept. 20, 2022

California could phase out gas heaters by 2030 to cut smog

The home and building appliances are “an underappreciated driver of unhealthy air quality in California cities,” non-profit advocates say in a report Tuesday, as state regulators consider only allowing zero-emissions alternatives.

By Maria Rachal • Sept. 20, 2022

Climate survey by American City & County highlights environmental challenges

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By Andy Castillo • Sept. 19, 2022

Austin to launch resilience hub network using $3M in ARPA funds

Citing Texas’ experience with a deadly storm last winter and more climate threats to come, the city plans to stand up community sites with backup water, power and other year-round benefits.

By Maria Rachal • Sept. 16, 2022