Ann Arbor establishes community-owned sustainable energy utility
This optional utility will not replace the existing grid and will exclusively receive support from elective members.
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Austin approves city utility’s climate plan including natural gas ‘peaker’ plant
At the heart of the plan is a push to reduce peak energy demand through expanded energy efficiency and demand response programs that compensate customers for reducing power consumption at critical times.
Texas no longer requiring vehicle inspection for most drivers starting Jan. 1, 2025
The new law still maintains the $7.50 safety inspection fee, which will now be collected when drivers renew their vehicle's registration.
Georgia lawmakers issue report to guide future artificial intelligence policymaking
The report intends to provide recommendations and potential guardrails for the state as it enters an AI-enhanced future.
NHTSA investing $171 million for states, territories to update crash data collection
These grants will fund upgrades to improve the accuracy, timeliness and accessibility of fatality information.
State of Florida partners with tech company Futuri, University of Florida to launch AI-driven emergency broadcast system
The system, called BEACON, utilizes AI to capture, prioritize, deliver and translate public safety information from officials, then creates voice broadcast updates and advisories in multiple languages and localizes this content based on geography.
Laboratories, universities developing solutions to support America’s critical material supply chains
The projects encompass various focus areas, including fostering industry partnerships to develop and test solutions for securing critical materials in high-impact supply chains.
Meta seeks proposals to build up to 4 gigawatts of nuclear power
Meta's move into nuclear power reflects both the massive energy requirements of AI development and the tech industry's growing role in shaping America's energy infrastructure.
Utah’s ‘Operation Gigawatt’ aims to boost power production with nuclear, geothermal
Utah's population is expected to grow by 2.2 million people by 2060, while the increasing electrification of vehicles and appliances is adding strain to the grid.
Multiple states implementing AI technologies to improve safety, efficiency of public transit
Cities and states around the nation are funding projects that explore the real-world applications of advanced AI technologies in transportation systems.
