How to modernize development through low-impact paving

Rather than turning cities into heat islands, development sites can return a natural ecology to the land, absorbing water as an undeveloped natural site would do. 

By Barry Stiles • Nov. 19, 2018

A look at the rental housing markets in Amazon's new HQ locations

Long Island City, NY and Crystal City, VA witnessed year-over-year rent growth of 5.1% and 5%, respectively, according to data from RENTCafé​​.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 15, 2018

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From worsening climate change to a shifting transportation landscape and the housing affordability crisis, cities have their work cut out for them.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Are master systems integrators the missing link to mass-market smart buildings?

Today, systems integrators are an important part of the equation in installing automation or IT systems, but there is a huge opportunity to take services to the next level. 

By Casey Talon • Nov. 14, 2018

What you need to know about Amazon's HQs in NYC, Northern Virginia

Navigating the legal agreements of $5 billion in investments — and requests for helipads. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 14, 2018

Amazon confirms NYC, Northern Virginia as HQ2 locations

The company also announced a new Operations Center of Excellence in Nashville, TN.

By Kristin Musulin , Chris Teale • Nov. 13, 2018

Fixing Chicago's freight rail congestion

Chicago is America's busiest freight rail hub, but severe congestion has stakeholders investing in infrastructure and technological improvements.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 12, 2018

Could midterm election results spark a renewed infrastructure push?

While leaders have increasingly talked about rebuilding America's roads, bridges and networks, political realities may prevent much progress on the bipartisan issue.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 8, 2018

Back to the future: 5 cities resurrecting historic buildings

More and more cities are using their older structures for new uses, whether it be in transportation, for research or to cultivate startups and technology.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 7, 2018

Honolulu named winner of Bloomberg's American Cities Climate Challenge

The city is the 18th honoree of 20 to be named, and is expected to use the assistance for initiatives such as green transportation and buildings.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 5, 2018

6 green certifications contractors should know about

Though they trail LEED and Energy Star, several other unique benchmarks for building in a way that is healthy for both occupants and the environment are gaining ground and can't be ignored.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 5, 2018

Deloitte: To fund infrastructure, developing cities need private help

Governments spend roughly $2.5 trillion a year to build or repair transportation, water, energy, telecommunications and other infrastructure, the report found. 

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 1, 2018

Port Authority of NY/NJ becomes first transit agency to target Paris Agreement

The authority pledged to electrify its entire bus fleet and spend $100 million on energy retrofits, part of a goal of cutting emissions 80% by 2050.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 1, 2018

At the Smart Columbus Experience Center, a glimpse into a city's future

The center enables visitors to try out electric vehicles and learn more about upcoming innovations such as autonomous vehicles and kiosks.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 30, 2018

'Technology alone cannot solve our problems': Top takeaways from Smart Regions Conference

Speakers in Columbus, OH, emphasized the need for cities to put people first, but the age gap between elected leaders and smart city proponents could be a hindrance.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 29, 2018

Winners announced in first Smart Infrastructure Challenge

Honorees receive up to $10 million in four categories, although of the 80 total project proposals, officials said that between 75% and 80% could receive some backing.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 29, 2018

Chicago plans $5M in upgrades on popular bus corridors

Upgrades will include dedicated lanes and new signs to improve speed and reliability, as well as pedestrian safety, on the city's most-ridden routes.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 23, 2018

1 year smarter: A look back at our favorite stories

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of our daily launch, Smart Cities Dive has rounded up our most popular posts on everything from drug-sniffing robots to blockchain tech.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 23, 2018

Urban Smart Logistics Institute to study subterranean deliveries

Transporting parcels through subterranean networks could be an "industry game changer" in solving last-mile challenges.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 19, 2018

Baltimore City Council approves Complete Streets bill

The legislation requires the city's Department of Transportation "to the greatest extent possible, promote walking, biking and public transit."

By Chris Teale • Oct. 16, 2018

On the smart city journey, everyone goes at their own pace

At Smart Cities Week in Washington, DC, leaders said that progress varies by jurisdiction, while it is key to change the conversation around innovation inside government.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 8, 2018

Sidewalk Labs advisor quits Toronto project over privacy concerns

Saadia Muzaffar said organizers showed "apathy and a lack of leadership regarding shaky public trust" over data and privacy concerns.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 8, 2018

2018 Readiness Challenge winners reflect on their smart city journeys

Representatives from Cary, NC; Las Vegas; Birmingham, AL; Louisville, KY; Virginia and Puerto Rico all took the stage at Smart Cities Week to share how they have benefited from the program thus far. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 4, 2018

Minneapolis releases final draft of 2040 comprehensive plan

The plan heavily addresses equity and the environment, but a drastic increase in housing density was a contentious topic.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 3, 2018

Amazon investment in prefab home company could signal smart home expansion

The e-commerce giant's investment in Plant Prefab through its Amazon Alexa Fund comes on the heels of other smart home technology partnerships.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 2, 2018

Port of San Diego hit by cyberattack, ransomware demand

Goods are still moving at the port but some public services have been affected, while attackers demanded payment in Bitcoin.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018