NYC Advances Electric Air Taxi Plans with Vertiport Preparations
New York City is preparing its existing heliports to accommodate electric air taxis, a move that requires significant upgrades to charging infrastructure…
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Transportation for America Seeks Senior Policy Associate to Shape Future of Transport
Transportation for America, a program of Smart Growth America, is recruiting for a Senior Policy Associate. The role will focus on shaping…
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Nevada’s Demographic Shifts Reshape Transportation Needs
Rapid population growth and evolving demographics across Nevada are driving significant changes in the state's transportation landscape, prompting infrastructure expansion and new…
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Soil Banking Emerges as a Cost-Saving and Sustainable Solution for Cities
Treating excavated soil as a resource, rather than waste, can offer significant financial and environmental benefits to urban areas.
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San Francisco’s Lake Merritt Loop Advances, With Potential for London Parallel
A proposed pedestrian and cyclist loop around Lake Merritt in San Francisco is moving forward, prompting reflection on similar urban transformation projects…
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US Court Upholds Stricter EPA Soot Standard, Impacting Air Quality Regulations
A federal court has rejected a legal challenge to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) tighter standards for fine particulate matter (soot), a…
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Washington State’s Growth Management Act: Successes and Emerging Challenges at 35
A look at the achievements and evolving issues of Washington State's pioneering Growth Management Act as it reaches its 35th anniversary, highlighting…
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New York Mayor’s Pledge on Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Remains Unfulfilled
Six months into his term, Mayor Mamdani has yet to reinstate the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a key campaign promise.
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New Zealand Adopts National Infrastructure Renewal Strategy
A shift towards prioritising maintenance and repair over new builds marks a significant change in national infrastructure policy, drawing parallels with urbanist…
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Seattle Transit Measure Survey Highlights Gaps in Fare Equity and Service
A recent survey by the Transit Riders Union in Seattle reveals that while transit funding is generally supported by voters, significant disparities…
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US States Grapple with Widespread Drought Conditions
Almost all US states are experiencing drought, with significant impacts on water resources and daily life. Only five states remain drought-free, and…
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Minneapolis Considers Data Center Moratorium Amidst Urban Development Concerns
The Minneapolis City Council has approved a temporary five-month halt on new data centers exceeding 350,000 square feet, aiming to study the…
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