Author Archives: Tessa Zavala

What’s happening? In December 2020 (what is time?) we talked about Peachtree Corners Georgia which had recently installed solar panels into roadways to support EV charging infrastructure. Why is this important? EV manufacturers say the presence of charging infrastructure increases the sales of EVs How will this be important? The solar embedded in the road […]

What’s happening? This November’s ballot in Texas will include a HJR 99 (2021 | TX) that will allow counties to issue bonds or notes to finance development of “an unproductive, underdeveloped, or blighted area.”  Why is this important? Cities already have this authority in Texas How will this be important? The 2 limits placed on […]

What’s happening? A pilot project in Iowa is using data to identify the worst intersections for wrong way driving, the best place to place warning signs, the best kind of warning signs (signage, flashing lights, cameras…) Why is this important? 60% of wrong way drivers are alcohol impaired, but the pilot is also gathering data […]

What’s happening? Port queues have increased by 1 hour at the 25 busiest US Ports. Innovation & Automation has been the name of the game. Port of Houston has used innovative smart technology to map and track containers, and the Port of Los Angeles has automated cranes. Why is this important? Port traffic continues to […]

What’s happening? City fleet adoption in NYC, Columbus OH, led to advancing charging capabilities in the cities. Why is this important? City fleets are also spurring innovation like solar car ports, robots switching out batteries, and wireless charging. How will this be important? Its holistic including workforce development with local universities and community colleges to […]

What’s happening? Trying to follow in the footsteps of California’s $200 M ballot proposition that clarified that gig workers are not employees, the Massachusetts Coalition for Independent Work is working a ballot initiative in Massachusetts to clarify that gig workers are not employees Why is this important? Massachusetts Coalition for Independent Work  is a coalition that […]

What’s happening? Aligning with Executive Order 1, Build Back Better investments the President by Executive Order will : require 1/2 of all new vehicles sold in 2030 zero-emissions vehicles, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or fuel cell electric vehicles Require development of long-term fuel efficiency and emissions standards to save consumers money, cut pollution, […]

What’s happening? Miami, FL & Austin, TX will be home to 1,000 Robotaxis taxis beginning in December and Ride Share worries about the impact to ride share drivers. Why is this important? The Robotaxis are a partnership between Argo AI along with Ford and Lyft. How will this be important? Innovation and automation are driving […]

What’s happening?  Israel-based company REE Automotive is bringing its skateboard-style EV platform to the USA, with a US headquarters in Austin TX. One of REE’s investors is Koch Strategic Platforms. Why is this important? REE is focused on fleet vehicle market offering a ready-made, fully customizable electric vehicle platform How will this be important? REE’s […]

What’s happening? Indiana’s Department of Transportation is testing a magnetized concrete for roadways that can charge EVs as they are driven. Why is this important? Indiana is working with ASPIRE, Advancing Sustainability through Power Infrastructure for Road Electrification, funded by the National Science Foundation, the consortium of government, university, and business is devoted to working […]