San Francisco to install smart trash receptacles citywide

Each Bigbelly container is solar powered, is equipped with an automatic compactor and has technology that alerts collectors when it is full. 

By Kristin Musulin • May 11, 2018

DC approves bill to incentivize residential composting

The Residential Composting Incentives Amendment Act of 2017 establishes a rebate of up to $75 for residents who install a home composting or vermicomposting system.

By Cathy Plume • May 8, 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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Environmental group calls on cities to accelerate electric school bus adoption

A report urges a quicker move away from diesel vehicles, which contribute to greater emissions but are half as expensive as greener alternatives.

By Chris Teale • May 7, 2018

Gates Foundation commits $158M to fight US poverty

The funding will support the plethora of groups that already exist to break down barriers to economic opportunity.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 7, 2018

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel: ‘Government’s got to get where the private sector is’

The mayors of Chicago and Tulsa, OK took to the stage during a recent Axios event to discuss education, inclusion and modernizing city services.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 2, 2018

Waste tech company expands smart cities program to more than 20 locations

Rubicon's residential ambitions are coming into focus, with plans to start competing for collection contracts via its independent hauling partners.

By Cole Rosengren • April 30, 2018

EPA grants $54.3M for brownfields cleanup

The funding will cover communities' contaminated site cleanups and redevelopment.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 28, 2018

New York’s P3-centric department aims to tackle inequity

The public-private partnerships have improved underserved residents' access to education, health and housing programs.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 27, 2018

Waste industry expert: 'Pay-as-you-throw' is the top thing your city can do for GHG reduction

Mark Dancy, president of the consulting group Waste Zero, shared insights on PAYT and how city officials can implement programs.

By Cody Boteler • April 26, 2018

With recovery costs reaching nearly $2.7M, should Atlanta have paid the ransomware demand?

The recovery costs were more than 50 times the $51,000 demand to unlock Atlanta's technical infrastructure.

By Samantha Schwartz • April 24, 2018

Michael Bloomberg contributes $4.5M to Paris climate accord

The money will help to cover the funding gap created when the U.S. withdrew from the worldwide pact last year.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 24, 2018

Survey: Mayors’ top concerns include infrastructure, climate change, opioids

Local leaders who responded to Bloomberg Philanthropies' 2018 American Mayors Survey also reported having to address global and national issues on their own with less federal or state support.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 24, 2018

Local, state leaders launch 'We Are Taking Action' campaign to address climate change

The We Are Still In coalition will conduct working groups and panels throughout the year to discuss how to encourage more local climate action.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 23, 2018

NYC's Central Park becomes permanently car-free

Mayor Bill de Blasio said the move will prioritize "the safety and the health" of the millions of visitors who occupy the park.

By Kristin Musulin , Chris Teale • Updated June 28, 2018

Congress introduces $5.5M bill to modernize flood mapping

The bill would require FEMA to carry out a pilot program to "enhance the mapping of urban flooding" and share data with homeowners and businesses.

By Kristin Musulin • April 20, 2018

Lyft to make all rides carbon neutral through offset purchases

The commitment will be made through funding of emission mitigation efforts, which Lyft says is a "multi-million dollar investment in the first year alone."

By Kristin Musulin • April 20, 2018

Report: Future of DC-Baltimore region depends on AV adoption

University of Maryland researchers assessed the impact of autonomous vehicle growth as well as changing land-use and gas prices in the region.

By Chris Teale • April 20, 2018

Los Angeles, 6 other California cities top 'most polluted' list

The American Lung Association's 19th annual State of the Air report highlighted the U.S. cities that suffer most from ozone pollution.

By Kristin Musulin • April 19, 2018

Houston wants to become a top city ‘for startups and imaginative endeavors’

The city recently announced plans for a 9.4-acre innovation district, combining commercial properties, "iconic" public space and leading infrastructure.

By Kristin Musulin • April 17, 2018

10 finalists announced for EU smart tourism contest

The two winners will be announced in early November and will receive communication support for a year, a promotional video, a sculpture for their city centers and more.

By Chris Teale • Updated Aug. 22, 2018

San Francisco’s emergency sirens fixed after security bug found

The city's Department of Technology announced an upgrade to its 114 sirens, which alert residents to major incidents including storms, terrorism and earthquakes.

By Chris Teale • April 9, 2018

Seattle mayor releases climate action plan

Durkan's proposed ideas for the Emerald City include congestion pricing and more electric vehicle infrastructure as it looks to become carbon neutral by 2050.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 6, 2018

Cities are 3D printing their way to more sustainable futures

The disruptive, fascinating technology could revolutionize the construction industry and make cities' infrastructure more resilient and affordable.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 5, 2018

Report: Los Angeles ranked No. 1 in US for solar energy use

The city regained the top spot from San Diego, with the pair followed in the rankings by Honolulu, Phoenix and San Jose, CA.

By Chris Teale • April 5, 2018

State, city leaders oppose EPA fuel efficiency standards rollback

In a statement, the leaders note that all U.S. residents deserve fuel-efficient, low-emission vehicles to improve health and save money on gas. 

By Katie Pyzyk • April 4, 2018