Utilities: Page 19

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    Are short-term rental hosts ready for a technologically powered compliance crackdown in 2023?

    Technological development has been rippling through the short-term rental (STR) space in recent years, with hosts embracing new developments to help monitor noise, check occupancy and otherwise streamline operations—but they’re not the only ones looking at new tech.

    Feb. 13, 2023
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    Smart city conferences to attend in 2023

    The tenth Bloomberg CityLab — a global cities summit — will take place in Washington, D.C., this fall.

    By Michael Brady • Updated Sept. 5, 2023
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    Achieving higher ROI and public trust through transparency: A winning strategy for local governments

    Achieving higher ROI and public trust through transparency: A winning strategy for local governments

    By Mike Bell • Feb. 10, 2023
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    Insulating existing buildings with low-carbon and carbon-storing materials can reduce emissions: report

    “Deep energy retrofits” that use certain insulation systems can turn existing buildings into storehouses of carbon instead of emitters of greenhouse gases, according to an RMI report.

    By Michael Brady • Feb. 9, 2023
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    House bill aims to create lending institution for infrastructure projects

    The Federal Infrastructure Bank would work with state and local partners on private infrastructure investments via loans and loan guarantees, helping finance work such as transportation projects and broadband connectivity.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 8, 2023
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    FBI thwarts neo-Nazi plot to attack Baltimore Gas & Electric substations, ‘completely destroy’ city

    Two suspects were charged in federal court in Maryland with plotting to attack utility substations with firearms. Experts say the plan could have resulted in widespread power outages.

    By Robert Walton • Feb. 7, 2023
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    Minnesota may soon require 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040

    The bill also calls for utilities to generate at least 55% of their electricity from renewable energy sources by 2035. Waste incinerators in environmental justice areas would not count as clean energy.

    By Megan Quinn • Feb. 7, 2023
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    Detroit’s new climate strategy includes policy benchmarks for energy, water usage in buildings

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.A novel ef...

    By Andy Castillo • Feb. 5, 2023
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    2023 Smart Cities Outlook

    In the year ahead, city leaders will face economic headwinds while tackling the housing shortage and changes in travel behavior and decarbonizing transportation and buildings.

    By Michael Brady • Feb. 1, 2023
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    How public health can build a “one health” infrastructure for the future

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Public hea...

    By Ted Hill • Feb. 1, 2023
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    ChargePoint, Stem strike EV charging and battery storage deal for highway corridor fast-charging networks

    Combining charging, battery storage and AI-driven energy management will save money for EV site operators, the companies say.

    By Stephen Singer • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Spending American Rescue Plan Act funds: A primer for municipalities

    Spending American Rescue Plan Act funds: A primer for municipalities

    By Baxter Drennon • Jan. 27, 2023
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    How green building policy could evolve in 2023

    After reducing energy use in buildings, cutting embodied carbon is next on the green policy agenda for state and local leaders, potentially prompting a shift from concrete and steel to materials like timber or straw, experts say.

    By Adina Solomon • Jan. 26, 2023
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    Tesla sets sales record as safety concerns mount

    California banned automakers from advertising self-driving capabilities that still require a driver in control, while NHTSA is investigating Tesla’s Autopilot system.

    By • Jan. 26, 2023
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    Report: Technology is evolving quickly, and the water and sewer sector needs to adapt

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.In an era ...

    By Andy Castillo • Jan. 23, 2023
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    Green building and clean energy: Key considerations for municipalities during the planning process

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Each day, ...

    By Celeste Frye • Jan. 23, 2023
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    Mayors partner with Hertz on rental EVs and public charging

    Shell also recently announced it’s buying charging network operator Volta in a $169 million deal, and electric charging equipment supplier Tritium is getting its largest-ever order from BP.

    By • Jan. 20, 2023
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    Electric vehicles near ‘tipping point’ in 2023

    Key developments for EV adoption this year include implementing federal incentives, developing a national charging network and addressing utility issues, according to transportation, energy and real estate professionals.

    By Robert Walton • Jan. 20, 2023
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    Nearly all US mayors worry about climate change’s local effects: report

    Mayors said their regulatory powers, especially building codes and zoning, are their most effective tools to address climate change. But they are reluctant to limit residents’ behavior or the use of old technology.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 19, 2023
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    Electric vehicle sales soared in 2022, followed by more charging stations

    Most public chargers are found in suburban locations while multifamily dwellings lag far behind in charging infrastructure. 

    By • Jan. 17, 2023
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    4 trends that could shape smart cities in 2023

    These overarching trends affect the decisions communities are making around transportation design, street space, housing and revitalizing downtowns that have struggled with fewer office workers.

    By Smart Cities Dive Team • Jan. 13, 2023
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    How data can drive electric vehicle funding

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Transporta...

    By Ron Williams • Jan. 12, 2023
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    DOT, DOE secretaries tout agency cooperation under decarbonization blueprint

    DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm laid out the impact of new federal dollars and policies in the shift to EVs, while another federal official urged caution.

    By Danielle McLean • Jan. 12, 2023
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    Michigan chief mobility officer: ‘States need to write the playbook’ on EV charging

    States could ease the EV charging rollout by helping local governments update regulations and institute best practices, panelists said at CES.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 10, 2023
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    Federal agencies share ‘blueprint’ for transportation decarbonization

    Energy, environment, housing and transportation regulators teamed up on strategies to realize a 100% clean electrical grid by 2035 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, with nods to micromobility, zoning reform and more.

    By Maria Rachal • Jan. 10, 2023