The document outlines an event called "Modernising Bus Services 2022" which included 8 sessions, 35 speakers, and over 100 attendees. The event also included a visit to the BMTC Traffic Control Center.
collaborative content delivery in software defined heterogeneous vehicular ne...Venkat Projects
The document proposes a collaborative content delivery scheme for software-defined heterogeneous vehicular networks (SD-HetVNETs) consisting of cellular base stations (CBSs) and roadside units (RSUs). It defines utility models for CBS, RSU, and vehicles to motivate cooperation. A double auction game is used to achieve agreement between CBS and RSU for multicast-assisted content delivery to maximize their utilities. Simulations show the scheme enhances utilities of all participants and network efficiency. Hardware requirements include a Pentium IV 2.4 GHz system with 40 GB hard disk and 512 MB RAM, while software requirements include Windows, Java/J2EE, MySQL, and NetBeans 8.1.
My work at CycloMedia involved using mobile mapping systems to systematically collect high-resolution panoramic street view imagery and other geospatial data. This data underwent automated processing and quality control before being hosted on their modern geo-data application platform. Examples included high-resolution aerial imagery, OpenStreetMap data overlays, and an automatically generated traffic sign database.
Crossrail Governance - Simon Adams, United KingdomOECD Governance
Presentation made by Simon Adams, Crossrail Ltd, United Kingdom, at the Symposium on Governance of Infrastructure held at the OECD, Paris, on 29 February 2016
1) The City of Cape Town is establishing Transport for Cape Town (TCT) as the transport authority to manage and integrate the city's transport systems through a single network plan, contracting authority, and regulatory framework.
2) TCT's objectives include developing an efficient land use and transport relationship, providing integrated multi-modal public transport, establishing a financially sustainable system, and ensuring ongoing network development.
3) TCT will implement an Integrated Transport Plan to coordinate different modes of transport according to a transport hierarchy. The plan guides transit-oriented development to concentrate housing and jobs around public transport corridors.
New Generation Transport (NGT) www.ngtmetro.com
presentation by Louise Porter & Tom Hacker, delivered to postgraduate students at the Institute for Transport Studies (ITS) University of Leeds, UK. 27 November 2014
Electrified buses have superior energy efficiency compared to diesel buses. Volvo's e-mobility strategy includes a product portfolio mix of hybrid, electric hybrid, and electric buses, as well as a complete system offering of buses, infrastructure, and services. Their approach aims to engage multiple city stakeholders to develop electric vehicle projects and opportunities that can create new possibilities for urban planning and sustainable public transportation. Volvo has over 7,000 hybrid and electric buses sold worldwide and their Line 55 demonstration project in Gothenburg, Sweden has been well received by passengers and drivers.
This document discusses using an accessibility tool to analyze public transportation connectivity and economic opportunity in cities. The tool calculates accessibility values based on travel times from different locations to jobs and other opportunities using public transit data. It can help with transportation and land use planning, investment prioritization, and tracking accessibility globally and locally. The document provides examples of analyzing job accessibility from locations in Bangalore at different times and under different transportation scenarios. It also discusses limitations of the tool and opportunities for improvement.
collaborative content delivery in software defined heterogeneous vehicular ne...Venkat Projects
The document proposes a collaborative content delivery scheme for software-defined heterogeneous vehicular networks (SD-HetVNETs) consisting of cellular base stations (CBSs) and roadside units (RSUs). It defines utility models for CBS, RSU, and vehicles to motivate cooperation. A double auction game is used to achieve agreement between CBS and RSU for multicast-assisted content delivery to maximize their utilities. Simulations show the scheme enhances utilities of all participants and network efficiency. Hardware requirements include a Pentium IV 2.4 GHz system with 40 GB hard disk and 512 MB RAM, while software requirements include Windows, Java/J2EE, MySQL, and NetBeans 8.1.
My work at CycloMedia involved using mobile mapping systems to systematically collect high-resolution panoramic street view imagery and other geospatial data. This data underwent automated processing and quality control before being hosted on their modern geo-data application platform. Examples included high-resolution aerial imagery, OpenStreetMap data overlays, and an automatically generated traffic sign database.
Crossrail Governance - Simon Adams, United KingdomOECD Governance
Presentation made by Simon Adams, Crossrail Ltd, United Kingdom, at the Symposium on Governance of Infrastructure held at the OECD, Paris, on 29 February 2016
1) The City of Cape Town is establishing Transport for Cape Town (TCT) as the transport authority to manage and integrate the city's transport systems through a single network plan, contracting authority, and regulatory framework.
2) TCT's objectives include developing an efficient land use and transport relationship, providing integrated multi-modal public transport, establishing a financially sustainable system, and ensuring ongoing network development.
3) TCT will implement an Integrated Transport Plan to coordinate different modes of transport according to a transport hierarchy. The plan guides transit-oriented development to concentrate housing and jobs around public transport corridors.
New Generation Transport (NGT) www.ngtmetro.com
presentation by Louise Porter & Tom Hacker, delivered to postgraduate students at the Institute for Transport Studies (ITS) University of Leeds, UK. 27 November 2014
Electrified buses have superior energy efficiency compared to diesel buses. Volvo's e-mobility strategy includes a product portfolio mix of hybrid, electric hybrid, and electric buses, as well as a complete system offering of buses, infrastructure, and services. Their approach aims to engage multiple city stakeholders to develop electric vehicle projects and opportunities that can create new possibilities for urban planning and sustainable public transportation. Volvo has over 7,000 hybrid and electric buses sold worldwide and their Line 55 demonstration project in Gothenburg, Sweden has been well received by passengers and drivers.
This document discusses using an accessibility tool to analyze public transportation connectivity and economic opportunity in cities. The tool calculates accessibility values based on travel times from different locations to jobs and other opportunities using public transit data. It can help with transportation and land use planning, investment prioritization, and tracking accessibility globally and locally. The document provides examples of analyzing job accessibility from locations in Bangalore at different times and under different transportation scenarios. It also discusses limitations of the tool and opportunities for improvement.
This document discusses developing supporting ecosystems to improve city bus services. It summarizes Xerox's work in mobility analytics and developing platforms to analyze transportation data from various sources to improve public transit systems. Key points include using data from fare collection, origin-destination analysis to understand demand, vehicle load estimation, travel time analysis, and enabling demand responsive bus services. It also discusses using commuter feedback from multiple channels to identify issues and provide insights to improve service quality. The document promotes Xerox's mobility analytics platform and Cityzen urban sensing platform to achieve these goals.
This document provides guidelines for designing bus depots. It notes that bus ridership is declining due to aging fleets and lack of supporting infrastructure like terminals and depots. The guidelines aim to help transportation agencies better plan and design bus depots. It covers topics like understanding depot operations, functional area requirements, site planning considerations, and financing models like public-private partnerships. Case studies of existing depots in cities like Delhi and Jaipur are also provided.
DaeShawn Beasley is a 6'0", 203lb basketball player who earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wright State-Lake, where he played for 3 years and was a top 5 player in school history in points, assists, and rebounds. He was named to multiple All-Academic and All-Conference teams and averaged 14.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game in his senior season. Links to game film and a footwork video are provided to showcase his skills.
This document provides a summary of Connie Wright's qualifications and experience as an executive assistant and marketing manager. Over 10 years of experience includes proficient skills with Microsoft Office, inventory control, operations and facility management, human resources, customer service, accounts, and marketing. Specific experience includes providing direct assistance to CEOs in digital marketing, credit card processing, and communications. Acting as a project lead for marketing efforts and managing administrative staff, accounts, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
O documento discute novas formas de interação homem-máquina como realidade virtual, aumentada e wearables. Aborda dispositivos como Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, HoloLens, smartwatches e carros autônomos e como eles estão mudando a forma como as pessoas interagem com a tecnologia no seu dia a dia.
Hannah Elizabeth Wright is a recent graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness and a concentration in Management. She maintained a high GPA of 3.76/4.00 throughout her studies. Wright has multiple internship experiences with FMC Corporation in marketing, sales, and agronomy roles where she conducted research, created presentations, and gained hands-on experience in the agriculture industry. She held leadership positions as Resident Advisor at her university and founding President of the Beta Upsilon chapter of Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority, promoting women's leadership in agriculture.
Erin Nichole Huber has over 15 years of experience at Kohl's in various roles including Customer Service Manager, Men's Supervisor, Table and Tower Lead, Sales Specialist/Supervisor, Freight and Truck Unloader, and Point of Sales. She has a background in business and communications from Wright State University and has received multiple awards for her customer service, sales, and leadership abilities throughout her career at Kohl's. Her skills include team building, product launches, organization, project management, communication, and goal alignment.
Areca Palm Plates are made from the fallen leaves of areca palm trees grown in India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The leaves are collected, washed, dried vertically without cutting the trees, then formed into plates, cups, bowls or hats using heat pressing without chemicals. The plates are 100% biodegradable and can be disposed of through composting or normal waste collection where they break down without harming the environment.
This document discusses various aspects of culture and multiculturalism in international human resource management. It begins by defining culture and its key characteristics. It then discusses multiculturalism in the context of global firms. Several cultural predispositions that multinational companies tend to have are described, including ethnocentricism, polycentricism, regiocentricism, and geocentricism. Three cultural models - the GLOBE project, Hofstede's cultural dimensions, and Trompenaars' framework - are introduced to help understand cultural nuances. The document concludes by providing examples of how some global IT companies are adapting culturally through localization efforts.
This document discusses several issues with the Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments Act, 1997. It summarizes that the top 12 temples covered by the act generate around 200 crores (2 billion rupees) annually but have issues like poor maintenance, unplanned additions, and lack of proper infrastructure and facilities. There are also concerns about possible corruption, embezzlement, theft, and nepotism in how temple funds are used. The document analyzes several sections of the act and rules regarding the administration of temples and raises questions around their transparency, arbitrary nature, and compliance with religious scriptures and standards for temple architecture, preservation and development.
The document introduces The BRT Standard 2013, which provides a scoring system and framework to define high quality bus rapid transit (BRT) systems. It establishes criteria for gold, silver, bronze and basic BRT certification based on essential features like dedicated bus lanes and off-board fare collection. The 2013 update from Version 1.0 includes a minimum definition for what qualifies as BRT, focusing on the most important design elements. It also revised how corridors and demand profiles are defined. The goal is to recognize leading BRT cities and provide best practice guidance to help more cities implement top-quality, high-performing BRT systems.
1. Chapter 11 discusses options on financial futures, including the nature of call and put options. It defines key terms like premium, strike price, and expiration date.
2. The value of an option has both intrinsic value, which is the in-the-money amount, and time value, which reflects the time remaining. Deeper in-the-money options and those with more time left have higher values.
3. Buying options limits risk compared to taking the underlying futures position directly, while selling options has limited upside in exchange for collecting the premium.
Este documento describe el desarrollo urbano de la ciudad de Curitiba, Brasil. Se destaca que Curitiba ha implementado innovadoras soluciones de planificación urbana como la zonificación, un sistema de transporte público integrado y medidas para preservar el medio ambiente. El documento analiza los planes maestros de Curitiba desde la década de 1940 y cómo la ciudad ha logrado un crecimiento ordenado a través de estas políticas de planificación urbana.
The document discusses different methods for designing flood defence systems, including deterministic and probabilistic approaches. Deterministic design methods historically set crest levels based on past water levels and had safety factors based on experience. Probabilistic design methods, developed in the 1970s-1980s, analyze failure mechanisms and their probabilities in a risk analysis framework by quantifying the probability and consequences of flooding. This whole-system approach allows for better understanding of system uncertainties and priorities for improvement. The document also covers emergency flood fighting and flood proofing measures.
Ito ay isang powerpoint presentation na tumatalakay sa paksang tungkol sa Pagsasalaysay. Dito din matatagpuan ang mga uri at katangian ng Pagsasalaysay.
Vision Zero is a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, built on the principle that human life takes priority over mobility and that people sometimes make mistakes that should not cost their lives. It relies on a safe system approach that shares responsibility between road users and those who design roads. The goal is achieved through long-term, efficient, and systematic safety work with cooperation across key players. Sweden has established Vision Zero but is still not achieving its 2020 targets, with vulnerable road users making up a large portion of serious injuries and non-compliance with speed limits and alcohol restrictions remaining issues.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Yusuf Arsiwala of RootBridge C O L L A B on restoring water-related eco-systems in Delhi. It discusses issues with Delhi's existing water bodies like pollution, waste disposal, and sediment buildup. It then presents a model for restoring Rajokari Lake in the village of Rajokari by cleaning the water, removing sludge, restoring the catchment area, and creating ecologically designed landscapes. The proposal includes using SWAB technology for wastewater treatment, natural bio-swales and rain gardens for landscaping, and standardizing restoration processes. The restoration of Rajokari Lake improved the local ecology and groundwater, created a community space
This document discusses using diatom algae and nano silica-based nutrients to remediate polluted water sources through phycoremediation. It notes that diatom algae require less light than other phytoplankton due to their silica cell walls. A product called Nualgi delivers 10 essential micronutrients including silica adsorbed onto nano silica to support diatom algae growth. Case studies demonstrate successful water remediation of polluted lakes and sewage through Nualgi application, with diatom algae and zooplankton reducing organic matter and achieving water quality targets.
This document discusses developing supporting ecosystems to improve city bus services. It summarizes Xerox's work in mobility analytics and developing platforms to analyze transportation data from various sources to improve public transit systems. Key points include using data from fare collection, origin-destination analysis to understand demand, vehicle load estimation, travel time analysis, and enabling demand responsive bus services. It also discusses using commuter feedback from multiple channels to identify issues and provide insights to improve service quality. The document promotes Xerox's mobility analytics platform and Cityzen urban sensing platform to achieve these goals.
This document provides guidelines for designing bus depots. It notes that bus ridership is declining due to aging fleets and lack of supporting infrastructure like terminals and depots. The guidelines aim to help transportation agencies better plan and design bus depots. It covers topics like understanding depot operations, functional area requirements, site planning considerations, and financing models like public-private partnerships. Case studies of existing depots in cities like Delhi and Jaipur are also provided.
DaeShawn Beasley is a 6'0", 203lb basketball player who earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wright State-Lake, where he played for 3 years and was a top 5 player in school history in points, assists, and rebounds. He was named to multiple All-Academic and All-Conference teams and averaged 14.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game in his senior season. Links to game film and a footwork video are provided to showcase his skills.
This document provides a summary of Connie Wright's qualifications and experience as an executive assistant and marketing manager. Over 10 years of experience includes proficient skills with Microsoft Office, inventory control, operations and facility management, human resources, customer service, accounts, and marketing. Specific experience includes providing direct assistance to CEOs in digital marketing, credit card processing, and communications. Acting as a project lead for marketing efforts and managing administrative staff, accounts, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
O documento discute novas formas de interação homem-máquina como realidade virtual, aumentada e wearables. Aborda dispositivos como Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, HoloLens, smartwatches e carros autônomos e como eles estão mudando a forma como as pessoas interagem com a tecnologia no seu dia a dia.
Hannah Elizabeth Wright is a recent graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness and a concentration in Management. She maintained a high GPA of 3.76/4.00 throughout her studies. Wright has multiple internship experiences with FMC Corporation in marketing, sales, and agronomy roles where she conducted research, created presentations, and gained hands-on experience in the agriculture industry. She held leadership positions as Resident Advisor at her university and founding President of the Beta Upsilon chapter of Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority, promoting women's leadership in agriculture.
Erin Nichole Huber has over 15 years of experience at Kohl's in various roles including Customer Service Manager, Men's Supervisor, Table and Tower Lead, Sales Specialist/Supervisor, Freight and Truck Unloader, and Point of Sales. She has a background in business and communications from Wright State University and has received multiple awards for her customer service, sales, and leadership abilities throughout her career at Kohl's. Her skills include team building, product launches, organization, project management, communication, and goal alignment.
Areca Palm Plates are made from the fallen leaves of areca palm trees grown in India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The leaves are collected, washed, dried vertically without cutting the trees, then formed into plates, cups, bowls or hats using heat pressing without chemicals. The plates are 100% biodegradable and can be disposed of through composting or normal waste collection where they break down without harming the environment.
This document discusses various aspects of culture and multiculturalism in international human resource management. It begins by defining culture and its key characteristics. It then discusses multiculturalism in the context of global firms. Several cultural predispositions that multinational companies tend to have are described, including ethnocentricism, polycentricism, regiocentricism, and geocentricism. Three cultural models - the GLOBE project, Hofstede's cultural dimensions, and Trompenaars' framework - are introduced to help understand cultural nuances. The document concludes by providing examples of how some global IT companies are adapting culturally through localization efforts.
This document discusses several issues with the Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments Act, 1997. It summarizes that the top 12 temples covered by the act generate around 200 crores (2 billion rupees) annually but have issues like poor maintenance, unplanned additions, and lack of proper infrastructure and facilities. There are also concerns about possible corruption, embezzlement, theft, and nepotism in how temple funds are used. The document analyzes several sections of the act and rules regarding the administration of temples and raises questions around their transparency, arbitrary nature, and compliance with religious scriptures and standards for temple architecture, preservation and development.
The document introduces The BRT Standard 2013, which provides a scoring system and framework to define high quality bus rapid transit (BRT) systems. It establishes criteria for gold, silver, bronze and basic BRT certification based on essential features like dedicated bus lanes and off-board fare collection. The 2013 update from Version 1.0 includes a minimum definition for what qualifies as BRT, focusing on the most important design elements. It also revised how corridors and demand profiles are defined. The goal is to recognize leading BRT cities and provide best practice guidance to help more cities implement top-quality, high-performing BRT systems.
1. Chapter 11 discusses options on financial futures, including the nature of call and put options. It defines key terms like premium, strike price, and expiration date.
2. The value of an option has both intrinsic value, which is the in-the-money amount, and time value, which reflects the time remaining. Deeper in-the-money options and those with more time left have higher values.
3. Buying options limits risk compared to taking the underlying futures position directly, while selling options has limited upside in exchange for collecting the premium.
Este documento describe el desarrollo urbano de la ciudad de Curitiba, Brasil. Se destaca que Curitiba ha implementado innovadoras soluciones de planificación urbana como la zonificación, un sistema de transporte público integrado y medidas para preservar el medio ambiente. El documento analiza los planes maestros de Curitiba desde la década de 1940 y cómo la ciudad ha logrado un crecimiento ordenado a través de estas políticas de planificación urbana.
The document discusses different methods for designing flood defence systems, including deterministic and probabilistic approaches. Deterministic design methods historically set crest levels based on past water levels and had safety factors based on experience. Probabilistic design methods, developed in the 1970s-1980s, analyze failure mechanisms and their probabilities in a risk analysis framework by quantifying the probability and consequences of flooding. This whole-system approach allows for better understanding of system uncertainties and priorities for improvement. The document also covers emergency flood fighting and flood proofing measures.
Ito ay isang powerpoint presentation na tumatalakay sa paksang tungkol sa Pagsasalaysay. Dito din matatagpuan ang mga uri at katangian ng Pagsasalaysay.
Vision Zero is a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, built on the principle that human life takes priority over mobility and that people sometimes make mistakes that should not cost their lives. It relies on a safe system approach that shares responsibility between road users and those who design roads. The goal is achieved through long-term, efficient, and systematic safety work with cooperation across key players. Sweden has established Vision Zero but is still not achieving its 2020 targets, with vulnerable road users making up a large portion of serious injuries and non-compliance with speed limits and alcohol restrictions remaining issues.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Yusuf Arsiwala of RootBridge C O L L A B on restoring water-related eco-systems in Delhi. It discusses issues with Delhi's existing water bodies like pollution, waste disposal, and sediment buildup. It then presents a model for restoring Rajokari Lake in the village of Rajokari by cleaning the water, removing sludge, restoring the catchment area, and creating ecologically designed landscapes. The proposal includes using SWAB technology for wastewater treatment, natural bio-swales and rain gardens for landscaping, and standardizing restoration processes. The restoration of Rajokari Lake improved the local ecology and groundwater, created a community space
This document discusses using diatom algae and nano silica-based nutrients to remediate polluted water sources through phycoremediation. It notes that diatom algae require less light than other phytoplankton due to their silica cell walls. A product called Nualgi delivers 10 essential micronutrients including silica adsorbed onto nano silica to support diatom algae growth. Case studies demonstrate successful water remediation of polluted lakes and sewage through Nualgi application, with diatom algae and zooplankton reducing organic matter and achieving water quality targets.
This document summarizes an eco-technology presentation by Mr. Yeshwant Kulkarni of Green Water Revolution Pvt. Ltd. It discusses current issues with water pollution in urban areas of India. It then introduces various eco-technological solutions developed by Green Water Revolution to treat both point sources of pollution from places like cities as well as non-point sources like rivers and lakes. These include vertical soil scape filters to treat wastewater and horizontal green bridge systems installed in polluted rivers and streams to reduce pollution loads. It highlights several successful projects implementing these eco-technological solutions in India to restore polluted rivers and streams.
The document is from Biosfera Foundation, an organization that provides environmental management solutions using bioengineering techniques. It summarizes various projects Biosfera has undertaken to restore contaminated water bodies and canals in India through integrated approaches involving plants, microbes, and solar powered technology. Examples mentioned include restoring lakes in Lucknow and Kolkata as well as canals in Kolkata and Manila.
The document discusses water management practices in Rainbow Drive, a residential area in Bangalore. It summarizes how the community manages its water supply through centralized borewells and storage tanks. It also discusses the community's waste water treatment through two STPs and potential reuse of treated water. Over time, the community implemented various reforms like metering, tariff revisions, banning private borewells, and incentivizing rainwater harvesting to reduce water usage.
This document discusses strategies for Hyderabad, India to transform into a global city through sustainable water management. It outlines three key points:
1. Hyderabad has potential to become a global city by balancing urban growth with green/blue environments, but sustainable water resource management is needed.
2. Concepts like circular economy and "sponge cities" that capture excess runoff can help minimize water risks, carbon footprint, and capture resources like methane from waste.
3. Suggestions for action include leveraging technology for digital water management, incentivizing innovations through public-private partnerships and financing, and building stakeholder engagement for quality of life goals.
The Hyderabad Golf Association faced a shortage of 2 million liters per day (MLD) of quality irrigation water. Additionally, the government mandated improving the quality of surface ponds near the golf course that were polluted with untreated sewage. The Natural Biological System was implemented as a case study to address both issues. It treats 3 MLD of sewage on-site without energy and produces tertiary quality water for irrigation, rejuvenating the ponds. Water quality tests showed significant reductions in parameters like COD, BOD, and fecal coliform after treatment. The system provides a green, aesthetic and cost-effective solution to water and wastewater challenges.
This document discusses five theories of urban water restoration: 1) Consider the full watershed, 2) Ensure water quality by managing the catchment area, 3) Find beneficial uses for all water, 4) Take a holistic planning approach that generates economic and social benefits, and 5) Aim for vibrant, living water bodies rather than sterile infrastructure. Case studies from India are presented for each theory. The document advocates comprehensive planning and stakeholder engagement to successfully restore urban blue spaces.
This document provides context and proposes solutions for developing sustainable townships and campuses in the future. It discusses challenges around unsustainable urban development in India, including issues with transportation, water, energy, and sanitation infrastructure. Potential opportunities and solutions are presented at different scales from the household to neighborhood level. Short, medium, and long-term actions are suggested to accelerate clean energy adoption, sustainable water management, and improved mobility. The document aims to start a discussion around developing integrated roadmaps and policies to guide more sustainable development.
The document discusses water supply challenges facing Bengaluru, India. It notes that while basic water supply is available, the city faces key stresses including depletion of surface water sources, loss of tree cover impacting water availability, multiple drought years reducing reservoir levels, severe groundwater depletion, and reduction in open spaces and water bodies. Without action, the growing population will outpace existing water supply plans, risking a "Day Zero" water crisis.
This document summarizes a report on the pedestrianization project of the Historic Peninsula in Istanbul. It provides details on the project scope, implementation process, and economic impacts. The project pedestrianized over 295 streets between 2010-2013. It describes the costs and stakeholders involved for different sub-regions. Initially, local businesses worried that pedestrianization would negatively impact their revenues, but surveys later found that 49% of pedestrianized areas experienced increased retail turnover. The project improved the built environment and quality of life in the historic area.
The Green Corridor TOD project in Cali, Colombia aims to redevelop the abandoned railway line into a light rail transit system and densify the surrounding areas. The project would create 22 km of bike and pedestrian paths, improve intermodality, and generate new public spaces. Studies have assessed the feasibility of different transit technologies, developed a business model framework, and identified opportunities for land value capture. Funding from the NAMA Facility was secured to pilot priority interventions along the corridor in line with transit-oriented development and greenhouse gas mitigation principles. A recent study identified property tax, special assessments, and urban planning tools as potential land value capture instruments for the project under Colombian law.
This document discusses land value capture in Brazil, including air rights sales, CEPACs in São Paulo, and case studies of OUC Água Espraiada and Belo Horizonte. It notes that air rights can be sold based on basic floor area ratio (FAR) or additional FAR allowed. CEPACs in São Paulo were used to determine where and how to invest proceeds. The case studies achieved significant funds for infrastructure from LVC: OUC Água Espraiada generated $800 million and Belo Horizonte generated $115 million from LVC. The document concludes with lessons around clearly defining the purpose of LVC instruments and linking LVC goals to broader urban sustainability goals.
The document discusses Sistemas de Actuación por Cooperación (SAC) in Mexico City. SACs are planning tools that seek to coordinate public, private, and social sectors to implement strategic urban projects that benefit communities. SACs guide development to be sustainable, prosperous, participatory, and equitable. They promote investment and efficient land use to improve infrastructure, transport access, and territorial equity. The document outlines the process for establishing a SAC and how they operate through technical committees and agreements between stakeholders. It lists several SACs already established in Mexico City and their objectives to regenerate urban areas, generate social and economic equity, and improve quality of life through coordinated projects.
CDP works with partners and cities to collect environmental data in order to drive decision making and transition to a low-carbon economy. CDP manages cities' data and makes it available to various partners through data sharing and reporting platforms. This allows partners to work with and support cities using the shared data. CDP also provides tools like city analytics and reports to help cities improve data quality, reduce reporting burdens, and monitor their progress on climate goals.
The document discusses the Global Covenant of Mayors approach to climate action planning for cities. It provides information on the following key points in 3 sentences or less:
- The Global Covenant of Mayors has over 7,500 member cities from 120 countries representing over 680 million people committed to climate action.
- Cities that join the Global Covenant commit to completing an emissions inventory, setting an emissions reduction target, and creating a climate action plan to meet that target.
- The document provides guidance on conducting emissions inventories, setting targets, developing mitigation and adaptation plans, and examples of policies and projects cities have implemented through the Global Covenant of Mayors.
The document summarizes the goals and results of the GHG Platform India initiative. It aims to track India's GHG emissions, inform policymaking, and identify mitigation opportunities. Phase I estimated national emissions from 2007-2012. Phase II estimated national emissions from 2005-2013 and state-level emissions from 2005-2013. It found that India's emissions grew at 5.74% annually, with the energy sector as the largest contributor. Emissions intensity declined by around 12-14% from 2005-2013.
Shwetal Shah presented on key points of the Paris Agreement and India's Nationally Determined Contributions. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature rise well below 2°C through country commitments to reduce emissions and transition to renewable energy. India's NDCs include reducing emissions intensity by 33-35% from 2005 levels by 2030, achieving 40% electricity from non-fossil fuel sources, and creating a carbon sink of 2.5-3 billion tons through additional forestry and tree cover. The Climate Change Department of Gujarat coordinates policy and encourages green technology to build a sustainable, climate-resilient future for the state.
The document discusses barriers to adopting electric bus fleets globally and innovations that can help overcome these barriers. It notes that while electric buses have higher upfront costs, they are already cost competitive over the lifetime when maintenance is considered. Many cities around the world have started implementing electric buses through different models involving new stakeholders, procurement changes, technological advances, and public sector support. Overall the document argues that barriers exist but innovations are emerging that can help accelerate the transition to electric buses globally.
The document discusses key barriers to electric vehicle deployment in India and programs that Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is undertaking to address these barriers. The major barriers include high upfront costs of electric vehicles compared to diesel, pricing risks due to evolving battery technologies, lack of long term financing for batteries, lack of credit for smaller electric vehicles, need for charging infrastructure development, and lack of institutional capacity. CPI's programs seek to address these through initiatives like battery service agreements, long term debt facilities for batteries, financing for auto rickshaws, pay-as-you-save models, and project preparation facilities to connect cities and investors.
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Brandt Hertenstein, Program Manager of the Electrification Coalition gave this presentation at the Forth and Electrification Coalition CFI Grant Program - Overview and Technical Assistance webinar on June 12, 2024.
Welcome to ASP Cranes, your trusted partner for crane solutions in Raipur, Chhattisgarh! With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we offer a comprehensive range of crane services tailored to meet your lifting and material handling needs.
At ASP Cranes, we understand the importance of reliable and efficient crane operations in various industries, from construction and manufacturing to logistics and infrastructure development. That's why we strive to deliver top-notch solutions that enhance productivity, safety, and cost-effectiveness for our clients.
Our services include:
Crane Rental: Whether you need a crawler crane for heavy lifting or a hydraulic crane for versatile operations, we have a diverse fleet of well-maintained cranes available for rent. Our rental options are flexible and can be customized to suit your project requirements.
Crane Sales: Looking to invest in a crane for your business? We offer a wide selection of new and used cranes from leading manufacturers, ensuring you find the perfect equipment to match your needs and budget.
Crane Maintenance and Repair: To ensure optimal performance and safety, regular maintenance and timely repairs are essential for cranes. Our team of skilled technicians provides comprehensive maintenance and repair services to keep your equipment running smoothly and minimize downtime.
Crane Operator Training: Proper training is crucial for safe and efficient crane operation. We offer specialized training programs conducted by certified instructors to equip operators with the skills and knowledge they need to handle cranes effectively.
Custom Solutions: We understand that every project is unique, which is why we offer custom crane solutions tailored to your specific requirements. Whether you need modifications, attachments, or specialized equipment, we can design and implement solutions that meet your needs.
At ASP Cranes, customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are dedicated to delivering reliable, cost-effective, and innovative crane solutions that exceed expectations. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your project in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, and beyond. Let ASP Cranes be your trusted partner for all your crane needs!
EV Charging at MFH Properties by Whitaker JamiesonForth
Whitaker Jamieson, Senior Specialist at Forth, gave this presentation at the Forth Addressing The Challenges of Charging at Multi-Family Housing webinar on June 11, 2024.
Implementing ELDs or Electronic Logging Devices is slowly but surely becoming the norm in fleet management. Why? Well, integrating ELDs and associated connected vehicle solutions like fleet tracking devices lets businesses and their in-house fleet managers reap several benefits. Check out the post below to learn more.
Charging Fueling & Infrastructure (CFI) Program Resources by Cat PleinForth
Cat Plein, Development & Communications Director of Forth, gave this presentation at the Forth and Electrification Coalition CFI Grant Program - Overview and Technical Assistance webinar on June 12, 2024.