Approximately half the world’s population experiences water scarcity on too-regular a basis, and the number of people affected by water scarcity is expected to grow as populations increase and as weather patterns become more unpredictable and extreme.
Emerging technologies and innovative mobility options are changing all modes of transportation, and soon both people and freight will be transported differently.
As government leaders prepare for even more disasters, there are hundreds of disaster preparedness and sustainability projects throughout America already underway or almost ready to launch.
These projects, supported by federal funding, focus on building housing and mixed-use communities near public transit stations to encourage public transportation.
The funding will support ferry projects in 14 states, including replacing old vessels with electric ships, upgrading the waterfront facilities and modernizing the systems with technology.