2025’s top smart city conferences | Smart Cities Dive
Oct 1, 2024 · Smart City Expo USA. April 2-3 New York City. This two-day conference and expo focuses on building smart, equitable and sustainable cities. It includes expert-led sessions and networking opportunities for government officials and industry leaders. 2024 speakers included state and city officials, smart cities technology providers and nonprofit executives.
6 smart cities trends to watch in 2025 | Smart Cities Dive
Jan 9, 2025 · The housing crisis spurs more reform and innovation. The affordable housing crisis looms large over many U.S. cities. A record number of renters nationwide are spending at least 30% of their income on rent, and the median home price-to-income ratio is at an all-time high. The number of people experiencing homelessness is on the rise and recently hit a record high, …
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Smart Cities Dive provides in-depth journalism and analysis into the most impactful news and trends shaping smart cities. We cover the latest trends on sustainable, connected, and livable cities.
FEMA offers $1.35B in climate resilience grants
Jan 7, 2025 · Dive Brief: The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Monday announced that communities can apply for a total of $1.35 billion in grants to build climate resilience.; The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities annual grant program is offering a total of $750 million, and the Flood Mitigation Assistance program is offering $600 million for projects that …
Smart City Expo USA 2025 Speakers Announced | Smart Cities Dive
Dec 11, 2024 · NEW YORK — Smart City Expo USA, the premier event in the United States for leading cities into a smart and sustainable future, announces its initial speaker lineup.The event will convene 3,000 attendees, 100+ speakers, and 100+ sponsors at the Javits Center in New York City on April 2-3, 2025.. Organized by Smart City Expo World Congress and Fira …
New LA Metro light rail line gets $893M | Smart Cities Dive
Sep 18, 2024 · Dive Brief: The Federal Transit Administration signed an $893.3 million grant agreement Sept. 6 with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for construction of a light rail line in the East San Fernando Valley.; The 6.7-mile line will include 11 new transit stations serving the California communities of Van Nuys, Panorama City, Arleta …
Drone delivery has last-mile potential. This CEO explains how it ...
Dec 12, 2024 · DroneUp began delivering COVID-19 test kits for Walmart during the pandemic, explained Tom Walker, the company’s founder and CEO. “It was so successful that Walmart then invested in our company, and we became a partner with them in drone delivery,” he said.
Waymo to begin robotaxi service in Miami next year
Dec 6, 2024 · Dive Brief: Waymo announced yesterday that it plans to begin autonomous ride-hailing service in Miami early next year. The self-driving technology company, owned by Google parent Alphabet, previously said it will bring robotaxis to Atlanta and Austin, Texas, in 2025 in partnership with Uber.; Electric Jaguar I-PACE vehicles will carry passengers in Miami when …
Here’s how US intercity bus lines are doing in 2024
Sep 6, 2024 · Here’s how US intercity bus lines are doing in 2024 While one company CEO sees “robust growth,” another major operator declared bankruptcy, and states have entered the picture to increase service.
Why Lyft is doubling down on docked bikes, scooters
Sep 5, 2024 · Dive Insight: Just a year ago, shortly after Risher was appointed CEO, the company appeared to be backing away from the micromobility sector. The Wall Street Journal reported that Lyft could be looking to sell its bike and scooter operations or find a strategic partner that would invest in it. The company noted in a July 23, 2023, statement that it had “received strong …