George Minter of SoCalGas on how hydrogen could help California get to zero emissions.
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In advance of LA CoMotion in Downtown LA, Leriche provides an update to the public-private partnerships that Transdev is successfully implementing with LA Metro, in Detroit, Nassau County, and New Orleans.
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San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo on how the city is leading on climate action and the importance of solving California’s land use and CEQA challenges.
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Remarks from Prime Minister Abe, STS Founder Koji Omi, former U.S. DOE Secretary Ernest Moniz, and Toyota Chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada at the recent STS Forum in Kyoto. They all highlighted the great advancements in science and technology to unlock the Fourth Industrial Revolution, but warned against the downsides of disruption.
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In November, Los Angeles County voters will decide on a proposed parcel tax to fund regional infrastructure projects for stormwater capture. Supervisor Sheila Kuehl describes the importance of stormwater capture to a holistic water management strategy for the region.
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Lyft Senior Director of National Transportation Policy Lilly Shoup shares how Lyft is progressing on public-private partnerships in Los Angeles County, and integrating active transportation technologies.
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California Lieutenant Governor and gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom spoke about building an innovation economy, rapidly advancing transportation technologies, addressing the volatility of the tax system, and protecting California’s role as a leader on environmental protection.
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San Francisco Mayor London Breed and Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala highlight their efforts to reduce waste at the Global Climate Action Summit.
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Tim McOsker, CEO of AltaSea, joins VX News to provide an update on the efforts to build a bluetech innovation campus at the Port of Los Angeles.
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Tamminen provides an overview of the Foundation’s numerous initiatives, including investing in water security, funding litigation on behalf of the Public Trust Doctrine, and providing grants for marine and ocean projects.
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As wildfires and extreme weather conditions ravage California, a recent CityAge convening brought together utility experts from around Southern California to discuss how to build a more resilient region.
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The Treasurer hopes that the report, entitled Growing the U.S. Green Bond Market: Actionable Strategies and Solutions, will inspire more jurisdictions to invest in green bonds.
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CARB Chair joins VX News in light of the Trump Administration's attack on California's waiver to set GHG and clean car standards.
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Asm. Laura Friedman joins VX News to explain how recent legislation codifies many of the goals of Governor Brown's Water Action Plan.
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Stephen Cheung and Steve Olson provide an overview of the World Trade Center-LA's recent FDI report.
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VX News presents an overview of the current debate over the California strict liability regime that holds electric utilities liable for damages stemming from wildfires.
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CPUC Commissioner Peterman provides an update on California's electric vehicle push, plans to integrate more battery storage, and the future of the CPUC.
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Sara Neff, Senior Vice President of Sustainability for Kilroy, joined VX News to discuss Kilroy's recent groundbreaking in Hollywood and the latest in resilient design for buildings.
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After passing a multi-county ballot measure to fund San Francisco Bay restoration and resilience projects, the Bay Area Council is launching a resilience initiative for the rest of the state.
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Inglewood Mayor James Butts provides an update on the city's Hollywood Park stadium development, public transportation investments, and the city's business-friendly environment.