Author Archives: Tessa Zavala

What is happening? Bellvue Washington is adding a 5 second advance for pedestrians at crosswalks before traffic will receive a green light. The city is also adding LIDAR at certain intersections to gather data on vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists, to strengthen the efficacy of its adaptive traffic signals Why is this important? The head start […]

What is happening?  Bloomberg Philanthropies studied traffic patters at 17 pavement art installations. Total vehicle crashes fell by 17%. Vehicle crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists fell by 50%. 38% decrease in pedestrians crossing against the walk signal. Why is this important? The pavement art reduced crashes while overall in the US 17% more pedestrians have been […]

What is happening? North Carolina leaders are supporting a proposed commuter rail that would connect Johnston, Wake and Durham counties (the North Carolina Triangle) Why is this important? Supporters say the commuter train will be built within 1 mile of 350,000 jobs, and will take cars off the road reducing road congestion. How will this be […]

What is happening? Companies are slowly rolling out drone delivery to actual customers in locations from San Francisco to NW Arkansas to the DFW Metroplex. Why is this important? We’re moving beyond pilot tests to actual delivery that companies sy is cleaner for the environment, reduces traffic congestion and reduces delivery costs. How will this […]

What’s happening? Ride share Uber, is expanding its App in the UK to be the hub of all travel. Why is this important? Uber App in the UK seeks “to become a one-stop shop for end-to-end travel by adding intercity rail, coach and flight tickets” How will this be important? Ride Share isn’t just ride […]

What is happening? JB Hunt announced a carbon credit purchase program. Why is this important? Shippers will be given the amount of credits that they can purchase to offset carbon use. How will this be important? The credits will be used to fund reforestation, regenerative agriculture, and clean power generation. Transport Dive | JB Hunt […]

What is happening? Port of Houston announced a net-zero GHG footprint by 2050. Why is this important? It’s Houston, TX where politicians talk about divesting from entities that talk about this stuff. How will this be important? 27 initiatives including partnerships to:  install smart lighting at its facilities improve gate efficiencies improve navigation efficiencies create […]

What is happening? During an interview with Reuters, it became known that JetBlue CEO prefers fast and reliable train service over planes. Why is this important? Anyone who has used trains knows trains are m ore reliable for city center to city center transportation. How will this be important? This piece includes links to articles […]

What’s happening? This November California voters could vote on the Clean Cars and Clean Air Act that will fund both EV infrastructure and wildfire prevention. Why is this important? The revenue source would be a 1.75%  increase in taxes on individuals or couples making more than $2 million per year. Generating $4 billion. This isn’t […]

What is happening? CALTRANS is using state and federal funds for sustainable project grants. The purpose of the grants is for resilience, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and meet state climate goals. Why is this important? Sustainable transportation grants are for things like transit, bike, pedestrian,  multimodal station access, and electric vehicles. How will this […]