One Solution to Car-Dependency: Have Non-Drivers Plan Our Transportation Systems
Next City
MAY 10, 2024
Anna Zivarts says it’s time for transportation planners to include them in decision-making. One-third of Americans don’t have a driver’s license.
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How Baltimore Engaged Disenfranchised Communities In Its Transportation Planning
Next City
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The Baltimore & Potomac Tunnel replacement project would run through a Black community that had already been divided by a highway. Here’s how the city carried out an effective public engagement process.
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3 Ways to Reimagine Public Transport for People and the Climate
The City Fix
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The coronavirus pandemic hit public transport hard. Global ridership tanked initially by as much as 80%, and transit was still at around just 20% of pre-pandemic ridership at the end of 2020. There is serious concern that people will increasingly opt for private vehicles, should public. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
How Transportation Can Drive Economic Mobility
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 29, 2023
As local leaders look to increase the economic mobility of their residents and reduce poverty in their communities, a key emerging area to address is transportation.
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Using Amazon Timestream and Amazon Location Service to detect transportation route deviations and anomalies
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 26, 2024
Most commonly, GPS coordinates are used to track vehicle location and transportation route. Additionally, if a vehicle takes a detour, it will offset public transportation schedules. In this post, we look into an anomaly detection mechanism for public transportation using Amazon Web Services (AWS) offerings.
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States Implement Better Traffic Management With Smart Transportation Systems
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2023
The Colorado Department of Transportation has… On some stretches along the way, the road becomes so relentlessly steep that trucks lose their brakes to overheating. Add snow, sleet or rain to the mix, and the accidents that result can be deadly.
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4 Lessons on Increasing Transport Mitigation Ambition in China
The City Fix
JULY 28, 2022
Abating China’s transport sector greenhouse gas emissions, which accounted for about 11% of the world’s transport emissions in 2018, is key to meeting both national and global climate goals. In 2021, China updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), outlining ambitious.
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The best and worst states for green, equitable transportation
GCN
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
A new ranking looks at how well states are directing money from the infrastructure law to improve equity and climate outcomes in their transportation networks.
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5 Shifts Needed to Transform Transportation Systems and Meet Climate Goals
The City Fix
MARCH 10, 2023
Transportation connects us to one another. It’s how we get to school and work, how we visit our families, and how we access our food and health care. It’s also how we ship goods and deliver services. As economies and.
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4 Lessons on How to Transform to Zero-Emission Transport in India
The City Fix
OCTOBER 4, 2022
As a result, passenger transport activity has more than tripled, and energy demand more than doubled from 2000 to 2020. The transport sector is the third largest greenhouse gas. Vehicle ownership per capita has grown five‐fold in India since 2000.
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Apply Now for Billions in Transportation Grants
NLC (National League of Cities)
JULY 6, 2023
For local leaders looking to increase transportation connectivity between residents and opportunity, look no further than the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). Right now, USDOT is taking applications for the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) combined program with up to $3.16
10 Tips to Get a Federal Transportation Grant
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Department of Transportation (USDOT) is offering […] Source
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$1.5 billion now available in federal transportation grants
GCN
DECEMBER 1, 2023
A variety of road, transit, rail and trail projects are eligible for funding under the Transportation Department’s popular RAISE program.
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4 Solutions to Enhance the Credibility of China’s Subnational Transport Carbon Emissions Inventories
The City Fix
MARCH 30, 2023
China’s transport CO2 emissions accounted for 11% of the world’s transport greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, following only the United States (21%), according to data from Climate Watch. And these numbers have been growing rapidly: The average annual growth rate of China’s transport.
What kind of transportation future do we want?
GCN
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
COMMENTARY | Autonomous vehicles should be thoughtfully integrated into a balanced transportation system that also accommodates pedestrians, transit riders and cyclists.
Q&A: Transportation Official Jason JonMichael on Why Austin Is a Smart City to Watch
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
In Austin, Texas, Assistant Director of Transportation Jason JonMichael has his sights set on smart mobility. Facing rapid population growth, Austin is pursuing a range of pilot projects in support of intelligent transportation systems and infrastructure.
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From Minibuses to ‘Boda Bodas,’ Informal Transport Systems Could Be an Untapped Climate Change Solution
The City Fix
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Over 50% of all transport-related emissions come from high-income countries, where people are more likely to own and depend on personal vehicles. Meanwhile, less than 1% is generated by low-income countries in regions like sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. In these.
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What should the program for a Transportation Management District look like?
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
APRIL 18, 2024
Transportation Demand Management programming The reality is, especially in a place like Salt Lake, most people drive. The idea is that intra-district transportation, especially by SFH residents, could be shifted to shuttles rather than by car. Go to the grocery store, bring back your purchases, without driving.
How to Effectively Plan Your Public Involvement Initiative for Transport
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 5, 2022
In this new three-part blog series, follow Adrienne Hamilton’s journey to get a client-side view of successful project planning, launching, and reporting of a public involvement initiative for transport.
5 Lessons from China, India, Vietnam on Decarbonizing Transport and Accelerating Climate Action
The City Fix
APRIL 6, 2023
The momentum towards low-carbon and sustainable transport is growing globally, but the sector still lags behind many others and each country faces a unique path to travel. Political landscapes, regulations, industry interests, market set-ups, financial resources and social considerations all.
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Building New Informal Bus Routes to Advance Transportation Equity
The City Fix
JULY 15, 2024
Do informal transport networks in African cities provide equitable services for everyone that needs them? Unsurprisingly, the answer is often no. Operators frequently prefer to drive the safest and most central routes, inadvertently prioritizing commuters traveling to formal jobs in.
Securing Digital Infrastructure Helps Departments of Transportation Deliver Equitable Service
Government Technology Insider
AUGUST 5, 2024
Renewed investment and interest in transportation infrastructure has empowered state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) to modernize not only roads and bridges, but digital infrastructure such as data and information systems. Cybersecurity is not only a technological best practice, but a key component of equitable service delivery.
Lackluster revenues force Maryland to trim transportation services
GCN
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Wes Moore promised to promote equity and climate goals with transportation, but now his administration has to scale back on basic services.
How cities can use transport data to reduce pollution and increase safety
AWS Public Sector Blog
MARCH 17, 2023
This is a guest post by Rikesh Shah, outgoing head of open innovation at Transport for London, on behalf of the AWS Institute from Amazon Web Services (AWS), a thought leadership and executive education program to accelerate digital transformation for public sector executives.
Ahead of busy Thanksgiving travel, improvements to air transportation touted
GCN
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlighted a low airline cancellation rate, airport upgrades and the hiring of more air traffic controllers. He also cautioned that funding squabbles in Congress could hurt progress.
Linking Housing and Transportation for Successful Communities
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 10, 2024
As municipalities continue to revisit their housing codes and permitting structures to increase the supply of housing, they should be doing so with mobility solutions in mind. Regardless of where people live — big city or small town, urban, suburban or rural — traveling to a job, a medical appointment, an entertainment area or an […] Source
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5 Ways to Shape a Greener, More Equitable Recovery Through Transport
The City Fix
JUNE 24, 2021
The global coronavirus pandemic brought a wave of public and private initiatives to help societies adapt and recover, from economic stabilization and safety measures to new business models and shifts in consumption. Many of these initiatives are not green, despite. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Overcoming obstacles to the electrification of transportation
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 30, 2022
In an interview at the M30 Mobility Summit, Navistar’s Michael Grahe shares his views on the latest developments in mobility.
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Beyond the bus: Five key challenges in US student transportation
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 11, 2024
Getting K–12 students to school is a complex endeavor that requires significant investment and innovation. Stakeholders could face five key challenges within the next decade.
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How Oslo Achieved Zero Pedestrian and Bicycle Fatalities, and How Others Can Apply What Worked
The City Fix
OCTOBER 13, 2020
In 2015, the City of Oslo, Norway, made a commitment after years of rising transportation injuries to reduce car traffic and prioritize the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and the environment. Unlike in the United States and other countries where transportation. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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How mobility budgets can change the future of transportation
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
A mobility budget is an employee benefit that can help employers attract and retain talent. It’s also an emerging solution to increase sustainable transit use and reduce congestion in urban areas.
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Transportation must adapt to an aging population and a changing climate
GCN
DECEMBER 20, 2023
COMMENTARY | State and local leaders have an unprecedented opportunity to deliver mobility solutions that work better for everyone.
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A Greener, Cleaner and Better Vietnam Through Transport Decarbonization
The City Fix
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
This is the third installment in a series of articles documenting lessons learned across NDC-TIA country activities, to be published throughout 2022. In Vietnam, a country home to 97 million inhabitants, there are 65 million registered motorcycles and mopeds,1.5 million.
How State and Local Governments Are Working Toward Vision Zero
State Tech Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
State and local government procurement trends are always evolving, and the transportation industry is currently leading that charge. Transportation ranked No. 1 for local government and saw a growth of nearly 9 percent year over…
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Re-Thinking Street Design with a Gender Lens: Lessons from a Street Experiment in Istanbul
The City Fix
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Although it is widely recognized that gender disparities are echoed in the design and operation of urban transportation systems, gender-responsive transportation planning is still in its early stages. Drawing from the TOPUK project, which stands for “Women Accessing Public Transport,”.
New Electric Vehicle Charging Grants Coming Soon
NLC (National League of Cities)
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Department of Transportation (USDOT), Department of Energy and new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (JOET) announced a slate of standards to make EV […] Source
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3 Ways Cities Can Leverage Micromobility Services for Good
The City Fix
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Cities are redefining their relationship with transport and it’s some of the smallest vehicles that are leading the way. Shared bike services, e-bikes, scooters and mopeds, together known as micromobility, are proliferating in the urban landscape. Recent changes in mobility. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Now Open: PROTECT Grants to Make Transportation More Resilient
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 1, 2023
In 2021, the United States faced 20 extreme weather and climate related disasters, with losses totaling $145 billion.
Why Electric Vehicles Are Not a Climate Change Silver Bullet
The City Fix
DECEMBER 13, 2021
The transportation sector is the fastest growing contributor of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and must be drastically transformed. This year, reports have indicated that to keep temperatures from rising more than 1.5°C, C, there must be a major drop in greenhouse gas emissions. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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The shifting sands of M&A in transportation and logistics
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
After several tumultuous years for M&A, powerful forces are transforming the industry and shaping five new investment priorities for 2024 and beyond. Capitalizing on those priorities requires action, now.
How Mobility-as-a-Service Can Encourage Greener Travel
The City Fix
DECEMBER 8, 2023
A new digital platform being piloted in cities around the world is making public transportation more efficient, economical and accessible, while encouraging low-carbon travel. Mobility-as-a-Service is an on-demand service that integrates various forms of transportation services into a single platform accessible.
What We Learned After Analyzing 5 Months of Active Mobility Responses to COVID-19
The City Fix
APRIL 12, 2021
In 2020 and into 2021, transportation agencies, companies and advocacy groups acted swiftly in the face of the unique public health crisis and disruption caused by COVID-19. They provided solutions that kept frontline workers, groceries, health services and other critical. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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5 Reasons Cities Should Include Trees in Climate Action
The City Fix
AUGUST 1, 2022
Their strategies typically focus on reducing emissions from sectors such as transportation, energy, housing and waste. Cities and communities around the world are stepping up to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and prevent dangerous climate change impacts. But there’s one sector many communities.
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From Emergent to Permanent: 3 Steps to Transform Cycling Infrastructure Beyond the Pandemic
The City Fix
MARCH 1, 2021
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, concerns surrounding virus transmission on public transportation led many to choose alternate mobility options – most notably, cycling. Cycling gained popularity for both recreational use and commuting, a trend especially evident in the United States, Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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