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GHSA report: Pedestrian deaths on US roads increased 11% since 2015
This spike in fatalities indicates an unfortunate trend as dozens of cities aim for "Vision Zero," or reducing traffic fatalities to zero.
By Jackie Snow • May 2, 2017 -
Opinion
Let's skip the hype and look at who is likely to successfully commercialize automated driving
A Navigant Research analyst touches on why a competitive landscape is important to help drive innovation that improves safety, efficiency, affordability and profitability.
By Sam Abuelsamid • May 1, 2017 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Smart Cities Dive
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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Trump tax plan leaves infrastructure out
Some lawmakers were expecting President Donald Trump to earmark tax revenue from the repatriation of corporate earnings for infrastructure spending.
By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Cities hit bumps in the road rolling out bikeshare programs
Everyone loves the idea of bicycle sharing, but designing a sustainable program with equitable access has proven a challenge for many cities.
By Jackie Snow • April 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Can California hit 1.5M zero-emission vehicles by 2025?
The state is lagging on Gov. Brown's ambitious ZEV goal, but investment in chargers and customer education could build more market momentum.
By Herman K. Trabish • April 27, 2017 -
Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood bears the brunt of Norfolk Southern’s expansion
A tight, highly congested rail passenger vehicle route highlights an outdated infrastructure and the rift between railroad interests and those of their home-owning neighbors.
By Jennifer McKevitt • April 27, 2017 -
Pepco proposes off-peak charging rate for EV drivers in DC
The program would build on lessons in neighboring Maryland, where the utility found drivers readily changed charging behavior in reaction to rate design.
By Robert Walton • April 27, 2017 -
AECOM leading UK trial for on-demand driverless vehicles
The Capri Consortium secured a $5.37 million grant from Innovate UK and the Centre for Connected & Autonomous Vehicles to create the connected shuttles.
By Emily Peiffer • April 26, 2017 -
Tesla looks to double size of global supercharger network
In North America, the company will increase the number of superchargers by 150%.
By Robert Walton • April 26, 2017 -
New Siemens venture aims to create 'Internet of Trains' in the US
The company is using billions of data points from trains to reduce downtime, improve operational efficiency and drive cost savings.
By Jackie Snow • April 25, 2017 -
New autonomous vehicle guide helps cities prepare for a driverless future
The National League of Cities says planners should start planning infrastructure upgrades for AVs today, regardless of where they are in trials and testing.
By Jackie Snow • April 25, 2017 -
NY wins $112M FHWA grant for alternative transportation projects
New York won the funding through a process that required applicants to submit plans for providing non-vehicular transportation options or improving air quality.
By Kim Slowey • April 25, 2017 -
Missouri utility regulators say they do not have jurisdiction over EV chargers
The decision could mean less investment by utilities in electric vehicle infrastructure, advocates say.
By Robert Walton • April 25, 2017 -
Report: Amazon at work on secret driverless vehicle project
The e-commerce giant is reportedly exploring how it can leverage driverless vehicle technology, which could have significant ramifications for logistics and fulfillment.
By Dan O'Shea • April 24, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Streamlining smart: Cleantech San Diego’s CEO on building the city of tomorrow
By linking city officials with its members, Jason Anderson's trade group is facilitating San Diego's integration of smart technologies and transition to 100% renewable energy.
By Jackie Snow • April 24, 2017 -
Oregon tops list of 10 states with the best infrastructure
The U.S. News & World Report rankings look at average commute time, percentage of roads in bad condition, energy from renewable sources and internet access.
By Kim Slowey • April 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 ways autonomous vehicles will change cities (and the lives of their residents)
"It will be catastrophic, no doubt about it," said Boston University professor Christos Cassandras. "But we have to maintain the vision and push forward."
By Jackie Snow • April 20, 2017 -
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Deep DiveA look at 2017’s greenest states — and how they’re pushing cities toward a smart future
A study from WalletHub details the states with the best (and worst) environmental policies, highlighting everything from air quality to waste diversion rates.
By Jackie Snow • April 20, 2017 -
Wal-Mart launches ambitious project to cut emissions from supply chain
The retail giant's effort, dubbed “Project Gigaton,” aims to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions by one billion tons by 2030.
By Daphne Howland • April 20, 2017 -
How e-commerce logistics is changing cities
On-demand delivery shifted consumer expectations and forced supply chains' digital infrastructure to improve. Now, the physical infrastructure is catching up, too.
By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 19, 2017 -
Uber announces goal to electrify fleet in Portland, OR
The ride sharing service said it chose Portland for its first electric vehicle initiative due to the city's strong environmental laws.
By Jackie Snow • April 18, 2017 -
Telecommuting has grown 159% since 2000
More full-time workers work from home than cycle or walk to the office combined.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 18, 2017 -
Supply chains must collaborate with cities to improve logistics
As e-commerce and urbanization rise, so too will demand for logistics infrastructure — how can cities and businesses partner to minimize congestion and boost efficiency?
By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 13, 2017 -
Montreal announces new institute to develop smart transportation
The city will invest $3.6 million over two years to boost research and development of sustainable transportation and create international partnerships for projects.
By Jackie Snow • April 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
If it's not smart, it's broken: Atlanta burns, other cities learn
In this series, the editorial team will highlight the leaders, innovations and challenges that are transforming urban centers.
By Deborah Barrington • April 12, 2017
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