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Raising the Bar for Federal Investments in Water Infrastructure

By Sara Schwartz, Science Network Mentor Program Participant, The Union of Concerned Scientists May 17

Source: http://www.quantico.marines.mil/Photos/igphoto/2001811808/ When news of the Flint water crisis broke headlines, 21 million people across the country relied on water systems that violated health standards. Low-income communities, minority populations, and rural towns disproportionately deal with barriers to safe water. Drinking water challenges are complex: failing infrastructure, polluted water sources, and low capacity utility management are all part of the issue. Declining investment in water infrastructure over the last several decades has exacerbated the problem. Access to safe…

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WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CONNECTED AND AUTOMATED VEHICLES?

By Scott Shogan, Connected and Automated Vehicle Market Leader, WSP May 16

If you follow news about connected and automated vehicles, you’ve no doubt seen the terms “connected” and “automated” used frequently, and at times, almost interchangeably. In fact, connectivity and automation are two entirely different technologies, although they share many objectives in terms of improving safety and mobility. Many in the industry believe that the combined use of the two technologies is necessary to achieve the most positive outcomes. Connected vehicle (CV) refers to the digital…

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It’s More than Concrete and Asphalt, How Building Infrastructure Builds Respect and Dignity

By Patrick Sabol May 16

American Federation of Teacher’s President Randi Weingarten teaches us a lesson about the big and small ways that infrastructure investment impacts our lives. It’s about dignity, respect, trust in government and more. We also get to go deep on using pension capital to rebuild America.

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Himes is Ahead of the Times

By Patrick Sabol May 14

Congressman Himes isn’t looking backwards, he’s thinking about what’s next in infrastructure. Take a few minutes to get a view of what Congress needs to do to address tomorrow’s infrastructure challenges–innovative finance, self-driving cars, and more. The Congressman also shares some hometown love for Connecticut.

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Martin Powell Explains it All

By Patrick Sabol May 13

Siemens’ Martin Powell tells us how cities can make better use of data, updates us on some cool projects (including applying blockchain technology to solar), and why cities have to personal.

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Congressman Graves Cuts to the Corps of the Issue

By Patrick Sabol May 13

Congressman Graves is one of the most passionate and knowledgeable infrastructure advocate on the Hill. Pull up a chair and learn more about the Army Corps and what it takes to get a project done (we may also talk about dolphins).

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Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger Needs No Introduction

By Patrick Sabol May 9

Representative Dutch Ruppersberger, fierce defender of Maryland’s 2nd District, knows what his constituents and America needs. Tune in to learn more about fixing your morning commute, the right way to budget, and why local governments need bonds.

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I Swear This Podcast Will Get You Excited About Infrastructure Maintenance

By Patrick Sabol May 9

Roy Kienitz, master of all things urban planning and development, goes deep on infrastructure maintenance, what it takes to get a big project done, and what big data actually means for cities.

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TMI About ATC-What You Need to Know About Air Traffic Control

By Patrick Sabol May 7

Rob Puentes: The Man, the Myth, the Transportation Legend. Tune in to hear the President of the Eno Center for Transportation discuss the future of aviation, air traffic control reform, and why air travel isn’t as bad as you think it is.

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Mr. Ershow or: How I Started Worrying About Efficient Use of Curb Space

By Patrick Sabol May 7

Corey Ershow from Lyft blows my mind as he walks us through how he’s working to reshape the urban environment to make your commute faster, your night life safer, and your city greener.

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Raising the Bar for Federal Investments in Water Infrastructure

WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CONNECTED AND AUTOMATED VEHICLES?

It’s More than Concrete and Asphalt, How Building Infrastructure Builds Respect and Dignity

Himes is Ahead of the Times

Martin Powell Explains it All

Congressman Graves Cuts to the Corps of the Issue

Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger Needs No Introduction

I Swear This Podcast Will Get You Excited About Infrastructure Maintenance

TMI About ATC-What You Need to Know About Air Traffic Control

Mr. Ershow or: How I Started Worrying About Efficient Use of Curb Space

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