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WEBCalifornia tackles housing shortage, homelessness with 2 new laws. “The homelessness crisis demands immediate and innovative action, not the status quo,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has recently cracked down on encampments of people experiencing homelessness. Smart Cities Dive provides in-depth journalism and analysis into the most ...
Houston’s housing-first model is reducing homelessness. Here’s …
WEBDec 5, 2022 · The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have offered robust federal financial support for permanent housing and housing-first programs in recent years. Through the housing-first model, three states and 82 communities, including Houston, had achieved net zero veteran homelessness in 2021, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition.
Bill Gates' proposed smart city could also be a water-constrained …
WEBJul 13, 2018 · Bill Gates made headlines in November 2017 when one of his investment firms, Belmont Partners, announced the $80 million purchase of 25,000-acre plot of land in Arizona to build a smart city — "Belmont.". Belmont will be a fully functioning community with bustling businesses, schools and 80,000 homes. Once the city gates open, Belmont will be able to host an equivalent population to Salt ...
5 of the world's most eco-friendly building materials
WEBJul 2, 2018 · Some, for example, solely look at whether a material is locally sourced. They seek out "things that are available, that don't have to travel far, that are using local resources and what is easily available in the construction market," Eric Mackres, manager of building sustainability at the World Resources Institute Ross Center for Sustainable Cities, told Smart Cities Dive.
The Top 10 Benefits of Public Transportation - Smart Cities Dive
WEBTop-10 Benefits of Public Transportation. 1. Economic Benefits to the Community. For every ten million dollars of transit investment made, business sales increase by thirty million dollars. During the 2006 to 2011 period, residential property was an average of 42% more valuable if located near high-frequency transit service, which means cities ...
2 California commuter railroads implement zero-emission trains
WEBAug 22, 2024 · In Southern California, the San Bernardino County transit agency received its first battery-hydrogen train on June 21. The zero-emission, multiple-unit train will complete testing along the line in preparation for revenue service later this year. The train’s hydrogen fuel cell-battery technology emits only water vapor, a byproduct of the chemical reaction in the fuel cell.
8 trends shaping cities in 2022 - Smart Cities Dive
WEBJan 26, 2022 · From Philadelphia to Tucson, Arizona, over two-thirds of the country’s 40 most populous cities experienced higher rates of homicide in 2021 compared with the year prior, in many cases surpassing or nearly reaching record highs, according to CNN. As a result, public safety will likely remain a top priority for local leaders in 2022.
Billionaire-planned smart cities in the US: What’s the latest?
WEBNov 13, 2023 · A city is more than land and an idea. Throughout history, there have been cycles of the richest individuals building their own cities. One major surge came after the Industrial Revolution, when people had concerns about the cleanliness and income levels in large cities, said Jill Grant, professor emeritus of planning at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada.
50 ideas for better cities - Smart Cities Dive
WEBHere are a few of my favorites: #1: Combat climate change by adapting our existing building stock. #5: Map everything. #6: Use temporary structures to provide amenities to underserved communities. #7: Design for generational diversity. #15: Look at the city through the lens of food. #19: Use natural systems to support the city’s infrastructure.
Building a bike-friendly city - Smart Cities Dive
WEBOct 2, 2023 · Provincetown, Massachusetts, the best small bike-friendly city, was developed in the 18th and 19th centuries with slender building lots linked by a network of narrow streets designed for people, not cars, said Dan Riviello, assistant town manager. “Having a grocery store, post office, beaches, shops, town hall, restaurants, banks, homes and ...