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Cities get creative to divert waste from landfills

Cities get creative to divert waste from landfills

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure…and local govs are piloting new techniques to keep even more items from the trash heap. Read how some local governments are going beyond innovative recycling programs to divert waste from landfills.

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Helsingborg's citywide approach to fearless innovation

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In Episode 39, Olivia Labonté chats with H22 Project Manager, Kristin Engholm, about 🇸🇪 Helsingborgs stad’s groundbreaking three pipe sewer system, AI robots, and their bold citywide approach to fearless innovation.

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Cities leverage new technology to find & fill potholes

U.S. Census: A tool for citizen engagement

Local governments are turning to tools like AI and machine learning to make pothole repair more efficient, more environmentally friendly, and most cost-effective. This week, we dive into the work being done in Richmond Hill (ON)London Borough of Brent (GB)Tarrant County (TX)Kansas City (MO) and Memphis (TN) to better locate, repair, and even prevent road damage.

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🇬🇧 Belfast City Council, GB prioritizes smart post-pandemic recovery with Innovation City Belfast

🇨🇦  Edmonton, AB streamlines waste collection with citywide automated truck rollout

🇺🇸 Columbus, OH redefines its approach to mental health crises with Alternative Response Pilot Program

🇲🇽 Tijuana, BN works with business community to expand Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the city

🇧🇷 Uberlândia, MG achieves a 60% reduction in building permit application times with Alvará um Cliqueg

🇳🇱 Groningen, GR is creating a digital 3D city model to improve future spatial projects

🇺🇸 Watauga, TX streamlines its business registration process using GovPilot's end-to-end cloud-based digital solution

🇮🇪 Dublin City Council, IE partners with Google on hyperlocal air quality data project

🇦🇺 Yarra, VIC collaborates with the University of Melbourne on permeable pavement projects

🇩🇰 Køge, DK develops AI-enabled platform for reduced hospitalizations among senior residents

🇺🇸 Long Beach, CA considers Homeless Court Pilot Program combining diversion with social services

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