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fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago
NYC food

A Key to New York City's Water Quality That's Hiding in Plain Sight

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are water sampling stations, crucial yet often overlooked.
Nearly 1,000 water sampling stations exist in NYC, serving vital public health efforts.
fromWest Side Rag
3 weeks ago
Upper West Side

Upper West Side Congestion

Congestion pricing could also enhance urban infrastructure like sidewalks and street use.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Op-Ed | Fund our parks like our future depends on it | amNewYork

New York City must prioritize funding for parks as critical infrastructure to prepare for climate challenges.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Manhattan Community Boards Unite in Call for 34th St. Busway - Streetsblog New York City

Community Boards urge implementation of a busway on 34th Street for better transit and pedestrian conditions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago
NYC food

Inside the Mysterious Silver Boxes on New York City Streets

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are vital water sampling stations, often overlooked by residents.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

A Key to New York City's Water Quality That's Hiding in Plain Sight

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are water sampling stations, crucial yet often overlooked.
Nearly 1,000 water sampling stations exist in NYC, serving vital public health efforts.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Op-Ed | Fund our parks like our future depends on it | amNewYork

New York City must prioritize funding for parks as critical infrastructure to prepare for climate challenges.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Manhattan Community Boards Unite in Call for 34th St. Busway - Streetsblog New York City

Community Boards urge implementation of a busway on 34th Street for better transit and pedestrian conditions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago
NYC food

Inside the Mysterious Silver Boxes on New York City Streets

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are vital water sampling stations, often overlooked by residents.
more#new-york-city
Arts
fromArchitectural Digest
6 days ago

Meet Two Rising Stars Making Art Furniture From Everyday Refuse

Artists convert waste into art, focusing on sustainable practices by using reclaimed materials.
#bike-lanes
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Bicycling

Toronto's planned bike lane removal would increase congestion, government docs show

Removing bike lanes may increase traffic congestion contrary to claims that they cause gridlock.
fromHeybike
7 months ago
Bicycling

Safe Cycling: Understanding Bike Lane Types

Prioritizing cyclist safety through effective bike lane design can reduce fatalities and enhance urban cycling experience.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: A 'Concrete' Plan for Better Bike Lanes from DOT - Streetsblog New York City

The Department of Transportation is making progress in expanding concrete bike lanes for better safety.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Mission District

Eyes on the Street: Valencia Curbside Protected Bike Lanes Nearing Completion - Streetsblog San Francisco

Construction of protected bike lanes on Valencia is nearing completion, with substantial completion targeted for early May.
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: What if We Let Bike Haters on Social Media Plan Our Cities? - Streetsblog New York City

Bike lanes are often criticized despite their benefits, and myths are influencing policy decisions against them.
fromStreetsblog
8 months ago
SF politics

Commentary: 'Concrete Now' is a Chant All Advocates Need to Repeat - Streetsblog San Francisco

The importance of concrete protection for bike lanes to prevent tragic accidents.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Bicycling

Toronto's planned bike lane removal would increase congestion, government docs show

Removing bike lanes may increase traffic congestion contrary to claims that they cause gridlock.
fromHeybike
7 months ago
Bicycling

Safe Cycling: Understanding Bike Lane Types

Prioritizing cyclist safety through effective bike lane design can reduce fatalities and enhance urban cycling experience.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: A 'Concrete' Plan for Better Bike Lanes from DOT - Streetsblog New York City

The Department of Transportation is making progress in expanding concrete bike lanes for better safety.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Mission District

Eyes on the Street: Valencia Curbside Protected Bike Lanes Nearing Completion - Streetsblog San Francisco

Construction of protected bike lanes on Valencia is nearing completion, with substantial completion targeted for early May.
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: What if We Let Bike Haters on Social Media Plan Our Cities? - Streetsblog New York City

Bike lanes are often criticized despite their benefits, and myths are influencing policy decisions against them.
fromStreetsblog
8 months ago
SF politics

Commentary: 'Concrete Now' is a Chant All Advocates Need to Repeat - Streetsblog San Francisco

The importance of concrete protection for bike lanes to prevent tragic accidents.
more#bike-lanes
#accessibility
fromianVisits
1 week ago
London

New accessible toilet for White Hart Lane station as part of London-wide upgrade plan

TfL has launched a new accessible toilet at White Hart Lane station, funded by a £15 million agreement from the Mayor of London.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

People with mobility issues struggle to navigate sidewalks as cities rush to clear snow | CBC News

Poorly maintained sidewalks force vulnerable individuals onto busy streets, leading to dangerous situations.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
London

'Worrying' fall in number of toilets, charity says

Public toilet access in London has significantly declined, affecting vulnerable populations.
fromianVisits
1 week ago
London

New accessible toilet for White Hart Lane station as part of London-wide upgrade plan

TfL has launched a new accessible toilet at White Hart Lane station, funded by a £15 million agreement from the Mayor of London.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

People with mobility issues struggle to navigate sidewalks as cities rush to clear snow | CBC News

Poorly maintained sidewalks force vulnerable individuals onto busy streets, leading to dangerous situations.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
London

'Worrying' fall in number of toilets, charity says

Public toilet access in London has significantly declined, affecting vulnerable populations.
more#accessibility
Pets
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Designing for Companionship: Reimagining Urban Life with Pets

The bond between humans and pets is evolving, influencing how we design shared living spaces for emotional well-being.
Pets are increasingly recognized as important companions, prompting innovative designs for cohabitation and public spaces.
Upper West Side
fromAol
1 week ago

NYC's new 'monstrous' 5G cell towers get nasty reception in ritzy neighborhood: 'It would look good in Dubai'

Upper West Siders are unhappy with a new 5G tower, calling it an eyesore and suggesting it doesn't blend with the neighborhood.
#public-safety
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

City releases report on fixes for BQE North and South

The NYC DOT is proposing concepts to improve the BQE and reconnect communities it has divided for decades.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Cars

What Our First Big EV Terror Attack Can Tell Us About Car Safety

The use of electric vehicles in attacks poses new challenges for infrastructure and public safety.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Hacking US crosswalks to talk like Zuck is as easy as 1234

Crosswalk buttons in major US cities have been hacked to play spoofed AI-generated voices of tech moguls, causing both amusement and concern.
The Seattle Department of Transportation is addressing the issue, which includes maintaining audio cues crucial for visually impaired pedestrians.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Could truck side guards help save lives? Toronto considers retrofitting heavy duty vehicles | CBC News

Toronto plans to invest $5.6 million in retrofitting heavy-duty trucks with side guards to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
fromwww.thelocal.de
7 months ago
San Francisco

Bridge collapses in German city of Dresden

The Carola Bridge in Dresden partially collapsed into the Elbe River, causing significant disruption and highlighting potential structural issues.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

City releases report on fixes for BQE North and South

The NYC DOT is proposing concepts to improve the BQE and reconnect communities it has divided for decades.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Cars

What Our First Big EV Terror Attack Can Tell Us About Car Safety

The use of electric vehicles in attacks poses new challenges for infrastructure and public safety.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Hacking US crosswalks to talk like Zuck is as easy as 1234

Crosswalk buttons in major US cities have been hacked to play spoofed AI-generated voices of tech moguls, causing both amusement and concern.
The Seattle Department of Transportation is addressing the issue, which includes maintaining audio cues crucial for visually impaired pedestrians.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Could truck side guards help save lives? Toronto considers retrofitting heavy duty vehicles | CBC News

Toronto plans to invest $5.6 million in retrofitting heavy-duty trucks with side guards to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
fromwww.thelocal.de
7 months ago
San Francisco

Bridge collapses in German city of Dresden

The Carola Bridge in Dresden partially collapsed into the Elbe River, causing significant disruption and highlighting potential structural issues.
more#public-safety
#district-heating
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Sweden's homes heated by a giant underground thermos DW 02/27/2025

Västerås uses innovative heat battery technology to provide efficient district heating through a co-generation power plant.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Environment

The heat you need at a reasonable price': how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy

Sweden's district heating system successfully reduces carbon footprints by utilizing varied sustainable heat sources.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Sweden's homes heated by a giant underground thermos DW 02/27/2025

Västerås uses innovative heat battery technology to provide efficient district heating through a co-generation power plant.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Environment

The heat you need at a reasonable price': how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy

Sweden's district heating system successfully reduces carbon footprints by utilizing varied sustainable heat sources.
more#district-heating
#electric-vehicles
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago
NYC startup

EV Charging Startup Revel Launches California Expansion

Revel launched its first California EV charging station in San Francisco, aiming to enhance urban fast charging for all EV drivers.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
European startups

How I pivoted careers and launched a climate tech startup in my 40s that's backed by Uber

Tiya Gordon founded It's Electric to tackle the lack of accessible EV chargers in Brooklyn, emphasizing simple solutions for urban charging infrastructure.
NYC startup
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

EV Charging Startup Revel Launches California Expansion

Revel launched its first California EV charging station in San Francisco, aiming to enhance urban fast charging for all EV drivers.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
European startups

How I pivoted careers and launched a climate tech startup in my 40s that's backed by Uber

Tiya Gordon founded It's Electric to tackle the lack of accessible EV chargers in Brooklyn, emphasizing simple solutions for urban charging infrastructure.
more#electric-vehicles
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Ed Miliband says catastrophic fire impacting Heathrow Airport is unprecedented

Heathrow Airport is closed due to an unprecedented fire at a nearby electrical substation, disrupting over 1,351 flights.
#sustainable-development
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tech Could Speed Up City Transportation Projects: Report - Streetsblog New York City

Modern technology can drastically reduce project timelines for traffic safety measures in NYC.
Outdated traffic analysis methods slow down necessary infrastructural updates, undermining Vision Zero goals.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

South Sanlin Station of Shanghai Airport Link / TJAD Original Design Studio

South Sanlin Station integrates ecological design with urban infrastructure, promoting a seamless experience between nature and urban space.
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tech Could Speed Up City Transportation Projects: Report - Streetsblog New York City

Modern technology can drastically reduce project timelines for traffic safety measures in NYC.
Outdated traffic analysis methods slow down necessary infrastructural updates, undermining Vision Zero goals.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Renovation

South Sanlin Station of Shanghai Airport Link / TJAD Original Design Studio

South Sanlin Station integrates ecological design with urban infrastructure, promoting a seamless experience between nature and urban space.
more#sustainable-development
#cycling-safety
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
Bicycling

Photo Op: Tight Squeeze for Cyclists is Perfect Frame for Williamsburg Bridge Shutterbug - Streetsblog New York City

Cyclist traffic on the Williamsburg Bridge is at a record high, but narrow off-ramp poses safety risks for users.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
San Francisco

Eyes On The Street: Greenway Detour is a Hilly, Confusing Danger Zone - Streetsblog New York City

The detour for the Hudson River Greenway presents serious safety risks for thousands of cyclists due to a lack of proper signage and planning.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: Catch the Green Wave - Streetsblog New York City

The city's traffic light timing for cyclists, known as 'green wave' timing, enhances cycling safety and accessibility.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
Bicycling

Photo Op: Tight Squeeze for Cyclists is Perfect Frame for Williamsburg Bridge Shutterbug - Streetsblog New York City

Cyclist traffic on the Williamsburg Bridge is at a record high, but narrow off-ramp poses safety risks for users.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
San Francisco

Eyes On The Street: Greenway Detour is a Hilly, Confusing Danger Zone - Streetsblog New York City

The detour for the Hudson River Greenway presents serious safety risks for thousands of cyclists due to a lack of proper signage and planning.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Bicycling

Friday Video: Catch the Green Wave - Streetsblog New York City

The city's traffic light timing for cyclists, known as 'green wave' timing, enhances cycling safety and accessibility.
more#cycling-safety
#flooding
fromeuronews
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video. No Comment: the search for survivors in Spain's submerged car parks

A tsunami-like flood inundated an underground parking facility in Valencia, highlighting urban vulnerabilities to extreme weather.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Berkeley, a Look Back: Major storms flood town in February 1925

Berkeley's inadequate storm sewer system resulted in significant flooding and damage during rainstorms, prompting city officials to seek improvements.
fromeuronews
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video. No Comment: the search for survivors in Spain's submerged car parks

A tsunami-like flood inundated an underground parking facility in Valencia, highlighting urban vulnerabilities to extreme weather.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Berkeley, a Look Back: Major storms flood town in February 1925

Berkeley's inadequate storm sewer system resulted in significant flooding and damage during rainstorms, prompting city officials to seek improvements.
more#flooding
fromFast Company
3 months ago
OMG science

This ingenious water tower doubles as a habitat for birds and bats

A unique water tower in Luxembourg is designed to serve as a habitat for local and migratory birds.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Toronto

Why experts say work on these 5 fronts is needed to tackle Toronto's congestion crisis | CBC News

Toronto's congestion problem requires a multifaceted approach and significant investment rather than a single solution.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

London Assembly rejects 'drug consumption room' and other Green Party plans

The London Assembly voted down a £15.6 million package for public health and safety projects, deeming them unworkable.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
London

Euston cab rank 'virtually impossible' to access

The new cab rank at Euston station is difficult to access, leading to long wait times for passengers.
#traffic-safety
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco moves forward with speed cameras: Here's where you will see one

San Francisco will install speed cameras at 33 locations to reduce speeding and improve road safety.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Bicycling

Teen killed in e-bike crash

Juared Umedjon's tragic death underscores the pressing need for improved safety measures at dangerous intersections for cyclists.
fromAustin Monitor
8 months ago
Austin

Vision Zero's improvements to protected left turns cut traffic injuries and fatalities in half - Austin Monitor

Vision Zero program significantly reduces traffic injuries and fatalities through infrastructure upgrades and safety enhancements.
Minor improvements can drastically enhance road safety and reduce serious accidents.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
Bicycling

San Carlos safety advocates place 'ghost bike' to honor bicyclist killed while riding on overpass

Safety advocates are urging for improvements to a dangerous overpass following a fatal biking incident.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago
Bicycling

30 people have died on Toronto roads this year. Advocates say the city needs to do more | CBC News

Toronto's traffic safety measures are insufficient as pedestrian and cyclist fatalities rise, with 2024 showing the deadliest statistics amidst increased funding and initiatives.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco moves forward with speed cameras: Here's where you will see one

San Francisco will install speed cameras at 33 locations to reduce speeding and improve road safety.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Bicycling

Teen killed in e-bike crash

Juared Umedjon's tragic death underscores the pressing need for improved safety measures at dangerous intersections for cyclists.
fromAustin Monitor
8 months ago
Austin

Vision Zero's improvements to protected left turns cut traffic injuries and fatalities in half - Austin Monitor

Vision Zero program significantly reduces traffic injuries and fatalities through infrastructure upgrades and safety enhancements.
Minor improvements can drastically enhance road safety and reduce serious accidents.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
Bicycling

San Carlos safety advocates place 'ghost bike' to honor bicyclist killed while riding on overpass

Safety advocates are urging for improvements to a dangerous overpass following a fatal biking incident.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago
Bicycling

30 people have died on Toronto roads this year. Advocates say the city needs to do more | CBC News

Toronto's traffic safety measures are insufficient as pedestrian and cyclist fatalities rise, with 2024 showing the deadliest statistics amidst increased funding and initiatives.
more#traffic-safety
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
5 months ago
London

This south London junction has been named the capital's 'most dangerous'

Upper Tooting Road is identified as London's most dangerous junction for cyclists due to a high number of crashes.
#pedestrian-safety
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Two Pedestrians Killed in Separate Brooklyn Crashes Over the Weekend, NYPD Reports

Two pedestrians were tragically killed in separate incidents in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for pedestrians in urban environments.
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

Seniors to City: Fix Canal Street Now! - Streetsblog New York City

Canal Street poses serious safety risks for elderly pedestrians, with high accident rates and inadequate infrastructure despite being a Vision Zero priority.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Two Pedestrians Killed in Separate Brooklyn Crashes Over the Weekend, NYPD Reports

Two pedestrians were tragically killed in separate incidents in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for pedestrians in urban environments.
Miscellaneous
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago

Seniors to City: Fix Canal Street Now! - Streetsblog New York City

Canal Street poses serious safety risks for elderly pedestrians, with high accident rates and inadequate infrastructure despite being a Vision Zero priority.
more#pedestrian-safety
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Day Around the Bay: About 5,000 Lost Power In SF's Mission Bay Today

Unexpected power outage in San Francisco's Mission Bay affected 5,000 people, highlighting vulnerabilities in urban infrastructure.
Early voting shows significant turnout, but tensions rise as accusations of ‘cheating’ circulate, impacting election discourse.
#street-safety
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
Boston

Friday Video: Commute with Dylan in Boston - Streetsblog USA

Electric bikes and protected lanes significantly improve commuting for individuals with disabilities.
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hoboken Pol: E-Bike Registration Not Working

Hoboken's e-bike registration program fails to improve safety; education and infrastructure are crucial for effective regulation of delivery workers.
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
Boston

Friday Video: Commute with Dylan in Boston - Streetsblog USA

Electric bikes and protected lanes significantly improve commuting for individuals with disabilities.
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hoboken Pol: E-Bike Registration Not Working

Hoboken's e-bike registration program fails to improve safety; education and infrastructure are crucial for effective regulation of delivery workers.
more#street-safety
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

New Glass Canopies at Market Street BART Station Now Smashed In

Vandalism of glass canopies at Market Street BART Station creates frustration among riders and BART officials, with costly repairs anticipated.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago

Opinion: Design EV Charging Around NYC Streets, Not the Other Way Around - Streetsblog New York City

Curbside EV charging in urban areas must prioritize efficiency and multi-modal accessibility, benefiting drivers and non-drivers alike.
#climate-change
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago
OMG science

Cities Are Ecosystems Too

Ecological grief affects urban environments, not just natural formations, highlighting emotional loss from climate change-related infrastructure damage.
fromHigh Country News
8 months ago
OMG science

What happens when a concrete jungle becomes a 'sponge city' - High Country News

Los Angeles successfully captured over 8 billion gallons of stormwater during a record-breaking rainfall, showcasing improvements in urban water management.
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago
OMG science

Cities Are Ecosystems Too

Ecological grief affects urban environments, not just natural formations, highlighting emotional loss from climate change-related infrastructure damage.
fromHigh Country News
8 months ago
OMG science

What happens when a concrete jungle becomes a 'sponge city' - High Country News

Los Angeles successfully captured over 8 billion gallons of stormwater during a record-breaking rainfall, showcasing improvements in urban water management.
more#climate-change
OMG science
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago

Europe's Heat Pumps Put America's to Shame

Heat pumps can improve energy efficiency dramatically, both for individual homes and potentially for entire cities.
#cycling
fromTime Out London
8 months ago
OMG science

Why London's roadworks are actually things of beauty

The article explores finding beauty in urban infrastructure, emphasizing accidental aesthetics in roadworks and their impact on daily life.
fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
8 months ago
Media industry

Cyclists to be temporarily barred from using dedicated bike lane

Cyclists will be prohibited from a section of Carlton Vale for street work from September 16 to 27.
fromTime Out London
8 months ago
OMG science

Why London's roadworks are actually things of beauty

The article explores finding beauty in urban infrastructure, emphasizing accidental aesthetics in roadworks and their impact on daily life.
fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
8 months ago
Media industry

Cyclists to be temporarily barred from using dedicated bike lane

Cyclists will be prohibited from a section of Carlton Vale for street work from September 16 to 27.
more#cycling
fromTravel + Leisure
8 months ago
Bicycling

This Seaport City Is the Most Walkable Destination on Earth - Ranking No. 1 for Active Mobility

Quelimane, Mozambique, is identified as the most walkable city globally, with 82% of its residents using walking as their primary transportation method.
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