Posts tagged Urban Heat Island
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National links: Oakland ramps up universal basic mobility program
Oakland, California, expands its universal basic mobility program. How cities can innovate to keep cool during the summer. Revisiting early light rail successes in the US and Canada Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC ranks sixth in US for heat island effect
DC ranks among top US cities for urban heat island effect. Thousands of Maryland residents voice opposition to $424M energy transmission line for data centers. Mayor Bowser declines to sign DC budget over tax and spending concerns. Keep reading…
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How DC’s bus shelters can better serve riders who need them most
As the 20-year contract that governs how bus shelters are distributed in DC comes up for renewal, District leaders should prioritize bus riders who would benefit most from them. Keep reading…
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National links: Boston’s MBTA ridership rebounds, emphasizing mid-day and night service
How tree planting efforts can reflect historic distrust in city programs. Boston commuter rail sees ridership rebound by prioritizing off-peak service. Cities are learning lessons from New York’s High Line and pursuing their versions of the project. Plus, a quote on Governor Hochul’s 11th-hour reversal on road pricing. Keep reading…
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National links: America’s transportation engineers lack adequate training
America’s transportation engineers need better education. The misery of being a big city mayor. Annual list of transit projects opening or under construction released. Keep reading…