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Deep Dive
Energy tax credits appear safe as GOP tax bill speeds toward a vote
Incentives for wind and solar power are likely intact, analysts say, but credits for other energy technologies could end up in a separate bill.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 15, 2017 -
The best (and worst) college cities in the US
A new report from WalletHub considered a number of factors to rank cities, and breaks down how institutions can leverage this information in marketing.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 14, 2017 -
San Francisco tightens regulations on delivery robots
A new ordinance will make it difficult for businesses to test delivery robots in real-life situations.
By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
10 smart city conferences to check out in 2018
The new year brings many new opportunities to network and share ideas with others in the industry.
By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 12, 2017 -
San Francisco rolls out citywide demand-based parking prices
The city is the first in the U.S. to implement this type of a program at all of its meters and garages.
By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 11, 2017 -
Australia launches database for evaluating its largest cities
The system displays gathered information about 21 cities based on key productivity metrics.
By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 11, 2017 -
Virginia's I-66 implements extreme toll pricing to alter driver behavior
Solo drivers heading from Northern Virginia to DC paid up to $40 during rush hour this week. The Virginia transit chief said that was intentional.
By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Dive Awards
Civic Engagement Program of the Year: Gilbert, AZ Office of Digital Government
Since 2012, Gilbert's Office of Digital Government has become an information hub for residents — and a resource for other local governments looking to go digital.
By Cody Boteler • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
City of the Year: Washington, DC
From "intelligent" wastewater pumping systems to becoming the world's first LEED Platinum city, DC has blazed a trail when it comes to smart developments.
By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
Rising Star: Cary, NC
Cary is climbing the smart "city" ranks quickly — and is nipping at the heels of the countries' hottest metropolitan areas from coast to coast.
By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
City Leader of the Year: Bill Peduto, Mayor of Pittsburgh
Bill Peduto watched Pittsburgh hollow out in the 1980s. Now he's steering the ship as the city reinvents itself as a smart city hub.
By Cody Boteler • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
The Smart Cities Dive Awards for 2017
The 2017 awards recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These cities, companies and trends are transforming urban landscapes and shaping the future.
By Kristin Musulin , Cody Boteler • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Gallup partners with Tulsa, OK for index to measure city vitality
Gallup intends for the CitiVoice Index to soon be spread to other U.S. cities for assessments of resident well-being and city experience.
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 29, 2017 -
Opinion
Why a shared digital infrastructure is crucial for smart cities
As the world urbanizes and cities serve an increasing number of people, the importance of well-designed and robust infrastructure rises as well.
By Hanan Markovich • Nov. 29, 2017 -
Amazon's HQ2 received billions of dollars in incentive offerings from these cities, states
At $7 billion, New Jersey officials have offered the highest-dollar incentive program, followed by Irvine, CA, Philadelphia, and the state of Maryland.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 29, 2017 -
Government of Canada launches Smart Cities Challenge
The pan-Canadian competition encouraging communities of all sizes to develop smart city concepts that will improve citizens' quality of life "through innovation, data and connected technology."
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The decentralized economy is inevitable. Cities now need to prepare for impact
Blockchain will not only impact trade, but will also radically impact governments and the communities they serve, according to smart city leaders.
By Sarah Wray • Nov. 28, 2017 -
Miami Mayor: City faces a 'new generation' of civic leadership
The newly-elected mayor proposed "smart, innovative and creative" solutions — including new system of government — to address city challenges.
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 22, 2017 -
Report: Cities must focus on equity when innovating
The report from the National League of Cities warns of city instability if leaders let economic and social gaps widen.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 21, 2017 -
EPA proposes 2-year delay to Waters of the US rule
Critics of the regulation have argued that the rule's current wording casts too wide a net and puts drainage ditches and rivers alike under the control of the EPA.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Columbus, OH alters plans for Smart City Challenge grant money
The city won $40 million from the 2016 challenge to be put toward a number of projects — four of which have now been removed.
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 takeaways from WaPo's 'Transformers: Cities' summit
Leaders from Lyft, Code for America, the City of Seattle and more offered insights on what's driving smart cities at a recent event held by The Washington Post.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Houston unveils 20-year plan to rebuild its downtown
"Plan Downtown" highlights multiple strategies for redevelopment, including creating a new transit circuit, enhancing walkability and establishing an "Innovation District."
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 15, 2017 -
US cities, businesses highlight climate efforts at UN meeting
"There is nothing Washington can do to stop us," former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg said of the efforts.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 14, 2017 -
Deep Dive
8 Smart City Expo World Congress speakers to follow this week
The world's largest smart city expo is here — and Smart Cities Dive has a way for you to keep up with it.
By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2017