Jerrod Kingery, Author at Government Market News

California ports receiving $1 billion for shift to zero-emission operations

About 40% of containerized imports in the U.S. come through ports in California, as well at 30% of the nation's exports.

November 15, 2024

California to receive $276 million for water infrastructure improvements

The funding is for projects to upgrade water infrastructure and improve access to safe drinking water across the state.

November 14, 2024

Dulles International Airport receives $40 million for new terminal project

The new 400,000-square-foot terminal will feature 14 gates and include direct connections to the AeroTrain and an indirect connection to Metrorail.

November 14, 2024

San Francisco’s BART receives $544 million loan for railcar upgrades

The new BART railcars are part of a $2.2 billion expansion and upgrade of the entire system, which serves 48 million passengers annually.

November 13, 2024

University of Cincinnati projects using AI, ‘smart’ hard hats to improve worker safety

Researchers are using generative AI to predict worker movements in order to avoid collisions with robots, and developing "smart" hard hats that can detect potential concussions.

November 13, 2024

Washington state launches new programs for finding federal clean energy funding

These programs are supported by the Climate Commitment Act and look to promote sustainability, boost economic growth and ensure all communities across the state have equitable access.

November 12, 2024

Port of Philadelphia receiving $80 million for zero-emission equipment and infrastructure upgrades

The funding will be used to sustainable port equipment as well as conduct climate and air quality planning.

November 11, 2024

Voters in Central Ohio approve LinkUS bus rapid transit plan

The $8 billion plan will create bus rapid transit routes through the city of Columbus utilizing zero-emission vehicles with increased capacity.

November 8, 2024

Voters approve over $41 billion for state and local transportation initiatives on Election Day

370 state and local ballot initiatives were presented to voters, and 285 of them were approved.

November 7, 2024

Ohio DOT dedicating $63 million to install cable barriers, construct roundabouts

The Ohio Department of Transportation says these projects will improve roadway safety and reduce crashes.

November 7, 2024

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