Climate & Resilience: Page 67
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Salt Lake City removes EV charging fees to encourage use
The city will add more charging stations this year, in addition to the 28 it installed last year.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 7, 2018 -
DC wins 'Gold' award for bike friendliness
It is now one of only 30 "Gold" bike-friendly communities in the country, according to the League of American Bicyclists.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 6, 2018 -
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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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Deep DiveTech vs. policy: Finding the best approach to combat homelessness
Researchers are determining if technological methods curb homelessness as effectively as traditional and holistic methods.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 6, 2018 -
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Cities look to 'zero waste' plans, material bans to reach sustainability goals
Different approaches toward waste sustainability illustrate a common theme: There is no one right answer to becoming a more sustainable smart city.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 2, 2018 -
US mainland mayors to help rebuild Puerto Rico through Mayor Exchange
New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu traveled to Puerto Rico with a number of mainland mayors earlier this week to offer guidance and support to devastated communities.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 28, 2018 -
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Deep DiveReport: Cities of all sizes can achieve sustainable energy solutions
The NRG report found that leading cities shared four main tactics in their efforts to boost sustainable energy: dedicated staff resources, employing unique assets, finding funding and accessing expertise.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018 -
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ACLU of Maine attorney advises caution regarding Portland's smart city plans
ACLU attorney Emma Bond expressed concern that the decision for Portland, ME to move forward with surveillance and data-collection technology is "premature."
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 26, 2018 -
3 US cities chosen for human trafficking prevention program
The Pathways to Freedom program will help cities financially to develop innovative ways to prevent human trafficking and support survivors.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 22, 2018 -
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Are recent disasters enough to spur utilities to take climate change seriously?
Sector expert Allison Silverstein argues utilities need a new paradigm in long-term grid planning.
By Krysti Shallenberger • Feb. 22, 2018 -
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More than 230 US mayors oppose reversal of Clean Power Plan
In a joint letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, 236 mayors representing 51 million residents said the proposed repeal would put citizens at risk and harm efforts to address climate change.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Resilient floating mixed-use complex proposed for New York City's Pier 40
DFA is designing the project to accommodate the anticipated sea level rise surrounding the city. Developers of waterfront buildings in other areas are planning for rising tides, too.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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How will HQ2 impact hiring for the other employers in Amazon's next city?
Wherever HQ2 lands, the local economy is poised for a boon. But for local employers, it may mean stiff competition when it comes to recruiting and retaining employees.
By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 16, 2018 -
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How universities' smart campuses resemble mini smart cities
From IoT devices, to CIOs and autonomous vehicles, smart campuses act as testbeds for innovation — much like smart cities.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 16, 2018 -
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Bloomberg Philanthropies announces 14 finalists of 2018 Public Art Challenge
Projects from the finalists include efforts to promote cultural equity, transform dumping lots into art spaces and strengthen cross-border relations.
By Kristin Musulin • Updated July 18, 2018 -
NLC selects 6 cities for racial equity program
Leaders will receive targeted coaching to create better racial equity and healing within communities.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 13, 2018 -
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Boston committee meets to officially launch 'zero waste' efforts
PAYT, commercial waste franchising and better illegal dumping enforcement were among many topics covered as members began a 9-month planning process.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 13, 2018 -
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100 Resilient Cities connects cities, experts with Resilience Accelerator
The accelerator, announced Sunday at the World Urban Forum, is funded by $3.7 million from The Rockefeller Foundation.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 12, 2018 -
World Bank, GEF launch Urban Sustainability Framework
The framework lays out a four-stage approach for cities to improve their sustainability efforts through strategic planning and financing.
By Chris Teale • Feb. 12, 2018 -
Report: Smart surfaces save cities billions through increased resilience
The Capital E report indicates that low-income residents suffer disproportionately from urban heat islands.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 9, 2018 -
Kingston, Ontario partners with Bell to employ smart city platform
The city of 120,000 is partnering to manage its carbon emissions and provide digital kiosks for residents and visitors.
By Chris Teale • Feb. 8, 2018 -
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Tackling the silent health risk creeping across cities: loneliness
The U.K. recently appointed a minister for loneliness to combat "the sad reality of modern life." Should the U.S. follow suit?
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 8, 2018 -
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Deep DiveInside Baltimore's proposed Styrofoam ban
Baltimore is considering a politically-popular ban on polystyrene foam food service products. See how the debate is playing out.
By Cody Boteler • Feb. 7, 2018 -
Pittsburgh launches innovation acceleration partnership
InnovatePGH aims to accelerate the city's technology-based economic activity in the areas of advanced manufacturing, automation and life sciences.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 7, 2018 -
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Left out in the cold: Protecting smart systems from extreme temperatures
Electronics don't run optimally in frigid weather, but smart system protections are "built into the sauce," experts say.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2018 -
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Study: Downtowns are small in size, large in opportunities
The study indicates that investments in downtowns have better returns on investment than in other areas.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 5, 2018
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