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Dutch model drives Europe’s zero-emission freight shift - Cities Today The Netherlands’ zero-emission freight zones are transforming logistics, cutting pollution and offering Europe a tested model for clean urban transport.

- Jens Müller, Clean Cities 👉 cities-today.com/dutch-model-...

#logistics #urbanfreight

Dutch zero-emission zones for freight are driving the uptake of electric vans and trucks, new study shows.

“The key lesson is the effectiveness of an approach that combines a clear, ambitious goal with a pragmatic pathway that makes compliance possible.”

Dott accelerates electrification to support city climate goals - Shared Micromobility Alliance Three out of every four shared bikes and scooters in Europe are now electric, Dott says, which marks a defining moment for how cities move. The company sees electrification as the most significant dev...

Electrification in shared #micromobility is not only improving performance and rider comfort but can also help municipalities meet #climate targets.

Maxim Romain of Dott discusses the growing demand for low-emission transport 👉 micromobilityalliance.com/news/dott-ac...

#sharedmicromobility

Denver South leads trial of digital micromobility parking - Cities Today Denver South has launched a digital parking pilot using solar-powered sensors to manage e-scooter and e-bike parking.

“Pairing innovative technology with close collaboration between local government, businesses, property developers, operators and the community can make shared micromobility both practical and sustainable.”

👉 cities-today.com/denver-south...

#micromobility #sharedmobility #parking

Denver South leads digital micromobility parking trial that replaces physical docks with virtual zones.

San Francisco creates data-driven leadership role - Cities Today San Francisco has appointed Jessica MacLeod as its first chief of strategy and performance to embed data and evidence in how the city measures progress and delivers services.

San Francisco appoints Jessica MacLeod for newly created data-driven leadership role

“Working across our administration’s policy verticals, she will set measurable goals and accelerate our progress.” - Mayor Daniel Lurie

👉 cities-today.com/san-francisc...

#localgov #data

Bogotá and Sydney lead 2025 Earthshot finalists - Cities Today Bogotá, Sydney and Guangzhou have been named 2025 Earthshot Prize finalists, showcasing how cities are driving clean air, low-carbon building and electrified transport solutions worldwide.

Bogotá and Sydney lead 2025 cohort of Earthshot finalists

“In just five years, The Earthshot Prize has shown that the answers to our planet’s greatest challenges not only already exist, but that they are firmly within our grasp.” - Prince William

👉 cities-today.com/bogota-and-s...

#EartshotPrize

Denver expands CIO role to include AI - Cities Today Denver appoints Suma Nallapati as Chief AI and Information Officer to lead ethical, resident-focused AI across city government.

👉 cities-today.com/denver-expan...

#AI #localgov #innovation #govtech

Denver becomes one of the first US cities to formally embed artificial intelligence into its top technology leadership.

“Our ultimate goal is to become the blueprint for AI-enabled cities where technology actively enhances equity and access.”

Atlanta pilots first housing-linked micromobility scheme - Cities Today Atlanta Housing and Bird have launched the first US partnership linking public housing with shared e-scooters and e-bikes, combining discounted rides, parking hubs, and job opportunities.

👉 cities-today.com/atlanta-pilo...

#micromobility #housing

Atlanta becomes the first US city to link shared e-scooters and e-bikes directly to public housing.

“By integrating discounted rides, dedicated parking, and direct workforce pathways into one programme, we’ve created a model that addresses both affordability and access.”

Unused business space targeted for shared e-bike parking bays - Cities Today A new scheme is inviting businesses to convert unused outdoor space into e-bike parking hubs, with costs covered by operators.

👉 cities-today.com/unused-busin...

#micromobility #sharedmobility #parking #kerbmanagement

Lime teams up with London businesses to convert under-used outdoor areas into fully-serviced parking hubs for staff and customers.

“We’re excited about the opportunity for London businesses to join us in supporting a more sustainable future for the city by helping unlock more parking bays.”

Ukraine seeks innovators for GovTech Lab - Cities Today Ukraine has launched its first GovTech Lab, offering startups up to €150,000 to co-create digital solutions with government in urban planning, legal advice, and tourism, as part of efforts to strength...

“The true value lies not just in testing ideas, but in institutionalising successful pilots so that they lead to lasting improvements for citizens and governance.”

👉 cities-today.com/ukraine-seek...

#govtech #innovation #localgov

Ukraine launches its first GovTech Lab open call, inviting start-ups and innovators worldwide to co-develop digital solutions with government institutions.

Arizona city first to integrate Waymo AVs into transit - Cities Today An Arizona city will become the first to integrate Waymo’s autonomous vehicles into its public transit system this Autumn, adding driverless cars to the Flex on-demand service powered by Via.

👉 cities-today.com/arizona-city...

#transit #publictransport #AV #urbanmobility

The city of Chandler, AZ has teamed up with Waymo and Via to integrate autonomous vehicles into its demand-responsive microtransit system.

“Chandler has always been a hub for innovation, and we’re proud to be the first city to bring Waymo’s AVs into our public transit network.”

AI inspection and fare tools trialled in New York - Cities Today New York’s Transit Tech Lab trials AI-powered inspection tools and fare data integration platforms with agencies to boost efficiency and planning.

New York's Transit Tech Lab is becoming a key channel for agencies to test technology before committing to wider deployment.

Stacey Matlen explains what makes the programme so successful 👉 cities-today.com/ai-inspectio...

#innovation

San José opens permanent gateway for civic tech ideas - Cities Today San José’s new IT Innovation Hub gives vendors a year-round channel to pitch solutions that meet city standards and speed up digital pilots.

👉 cities-today.com/san-jose-ope...

#innovation #govtech

San José launches IT Innovation Hub to give tech companies a platform to propose solutions for better government operations.

“The Innovation Hub ensures that proposals have a dedicated space to be reviewed regularly and shared with the appropriate departments.”

Veo calls time on short-term micromobility pilots - Cities Today Veo’s Mode Shift Report 2025 shows over a third of shared micromobility trips replace cars, arguing the services are core transport, not pilot projects.

Veo calls time on short-term micromobility pilots

“If city leaders treat scooters and bikes as serious transportation, the rest follows–dedicated infrastructure, long-term planning, and stable funding.”

- Alex Keating, Veo 👉 cities-today.com/veo-calls-ti...

#micromobility

Seattle sets new benchmarks with responsible AI plan - Cities Today Seattle has unveiled a Responsible AI Plan and hackathon series to strengthen governance, protect jobs, and ensure community voices guide how artificial intelligence is used across the city.

👉 cities-today.com/seattle-sets...

#AI #innovation #localgov

Seattle unveils an enhanced AI plan that prioritises fairness, privacy and community engagement.

“There will be initiatives where things do not produce, but the goal is to catch them early and to fail forward for future work, protecting security, privacy, and resources.”

UK micromobility operators call for procurement reform - Cities Today Shared micromobility operators and CoMoUK have urged the UK government to reform procurement, warning that current tender practices risk higher prices, lower service quality, and the collapse of e-bik...

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#micromobility #sharedmobility #procurement

UK micromobility providers call for procurement reform to warrant safety, service quality and affordability.

“The government has an opportunity here to set out clear guidance so councils can avoid the pitfalls of short-term financial thinking.”

San José reports 97 percent pothole detection in AI pilot - Cities Today San José updates its AI road safety pilot, reporting 97% pothole detection accuracy and new safeguards shaped by community input.

👉 cities-today.com/san-jose-rep...

#roadsafety #roadmaintenance #publicworks #AI #innovation

City of San José reports 97 percent accuracy rate in a pilot that uses artificial intelligence and computer vision to improve street safety.

“One of the key goals is to explore how AI detection might lead to more efficient service delivery in the future.”

Shared mobility reaches 500m trips milestone - Cities Today Populus hits 500m trips processed through MDS. Pietro Payron outlines how data standards are stabilising shared mobility and shaping city transport.

👉 cities-today.com/shared-mobil...

#sharedmobility #micromobility #MDS #mobilitydata

Populus platform surpasses 500 million trips processed via the Mobility Data Specification.

“We have over 1,000 cities in Europe who are actively managing shared mobility programmes. You need a tool to make sure that shared mobility contributes to your city goals.”

How cities are putting ethics at the core of digital innovation - Cities Today European cities are placing ethics at the heart of digital innovation—ensuring fairness, transparency and accountability as they adopt AI, data, and automation.

👉 cities-today.com/how-cities-a...

#ethics #transparency #digitaltransformation