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Can AI ensure public opinion is better understood?

AI and Machine Learning08 Apr 2024

Oxfordshire City Council project shows how quantitative and qualitative transport data can be fused to better balance public sentiment with count-based data.

UK counties team to use AI to improve decision-making

AI and Machine Learning25 Mar 2024

Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire roads will be used to trial an artificial intelligence-driven solution to automate decision-making in traffic control rooms.

Oxford to develop industrial decarbonisation roadmap

Climate action18 Mar 2024

To achieve its 2040 net zero target, Oxford needs to reduce industrial energy demand by 45 per cent and electrify 50 per cent of industrial processes.

Oxford to deploy one of Britain’s largest electric bus fleets

Electric vehicles16 Jan 2024

The £82.5m project will deliver 159 zero-emission battery electric buses onto the streets of Oxford – the first of which have already gone into service.

Innovation campus launches real-estate experience app

Commercial buildings27 Oct 2023

Advanced Research Clusters is using the HqO app to capture and analyse critical user and property data to inform the complete lifecycle of real estate assets.

Edinburgh crowned UK’s most AI-ready city

AI and Machine Learning15 Jun 2023

The analysis is compiled from seven criteria, including AI-related job ads, the number of AI companies located in the city, and the number of tech meet-ups.

Oxford to trial neighbourhood heat pump scheme

Climate action06 Mar 2023

The programme has been awarded funding through the national Clean Heat Streets project and supports the city’s aims to be a net zero carbon city by 2040.

Electric vehicle charging superhub launches in Oxford

Electric vehicles06 Jul 2022

The Energy Superhub Oxford will be powered entirely by renewable energy and will initially offer fast and ultra-rapid charging for 42 vehicles at once at the Redbridge Park and Ride.

First zero-occupancy autonomous driving journey in Europe

Connected and autonomous vehicles20 May 2022

The all-electric AppliedEV vehicle, driven by Oxbotica, is operating in Oxford with no on-board driver, marking the next step in commercialising autonomous vehicle technology.

Blueprint unveiled for drone superhighway to connect UK cities

Air Travel24 Mar 2022

The consortium behind the project has set out plans to initially connect the Midlands with the south-east and those urban conurbations along the UK’s south coast.

UK city launches country’s first zero-emission zone

Air quality02 Mar 2022

All petrol and diesel vehicles, including hybrids, entering the zone in Oxford will incur a daily charge unless eligible for a discount or exemption while zero-emission vehicles enter the pilot area free of charge.

New York tops smart centres ranking

News29 Nov 2021

The Smart Centres Index by the Z/Yen think-tank explores the ability of global commercial centres to be hubs for new technology based on factors such as innovation support and “creative intensity”.

UK start-up unveils autonomous mass transit system

News14 Oct 2021

The technology deploys hundreds of lightweight, driverless, zero emission electric pods to collect passengers from anywhere in a city using ground-level tracks or existing road networks.

UK local authorities work together to reduce carbon footprints

News13 Jul 2021

Developed with the Anthesis Group, the initiative is designed as a public sector alternative to traditional carbon offsetting and aims to help the authorities benefit from local insetting investment choices.

University of Oxford uses indoor mapping technology to upgrade estate management

Commercial buildings09 Jul 2021

Using Esri UK’s GIS technology, the university can provide access to property and interiors data across more than 300 buildings and 35,000 spaces using interactive maps.

London to provide connectivity across the Underground network by 2024

News24 Jun 2021

Through a contract with BAI Communications, a backbone of mobile and digital connectivity will offer connectivity and internet access within every Tube station and tunnel.

Oxford pilot programme addresses the problem of micro-mobility clutter

News26 Mar 2021

Micro-mobility company Voi is launching a pilot using Captur’s visual support platform that enables residents to report the scooter’s exact location by scanning a QR code.

Zipabout integrates first- and last-mile options with UK public transport network

News19 Feb 2021

The feature is live on the company’s personalised information service and will soon be made available to transport operators, local authorities, and event organisers and venues.

Amsterdam adopts first ‘city doughnut’ model for circular economy

News15 Apr 2020

Economist Kate Raworth has adapted her doughnut model for Amsterdam. The approach could help the municipality with its post-pandemic recovery.

London Mayor shares “proven results” on air quality

News25 Feb 2020

NO2 exceedances fell dramatically but many sites still recorded PM2.5 levels above the recommended limit.

Reading ranked as the best place to start and grow a business in the UK

News06 Jan 2020

High rate of start-ups and businesses, including 11,000 digital and tech firms, and its population diversity are among the factors boosting the Berkshire town’s entrepreneurial credentials.

Seattle launches dashboard to track city progress

News23 Dec 2019

Performance Seattle provides data visualisations to help citizens track progress across seven priority areas.

UK energy firm Centrica rolls out smart hot water tanks

News01 Oct 2019

The intelligent tanks combine Internet of Things and sensory technologies to keep track of hot water levels and learn the usage habits of the household.

VIDEO: Ten cities prioritise shared challenges to speed solutions

Video26 Sep 2019

The ten cities are collaborating through the Future State Co-Foundery.

Mayors back global climate strike as citizens flag crisis as number-one issue

News20 Sep 2019

Mayors voice their support and public say climate crisis is the most important issue, ahead of migration, terrorism and the economy.

Future energy systems: Decentralisation and virtual power plants

Special Reports26 Jul 2019

Technological innovation and new trends could produce a much more flexible, resilient and efficient energy grid. Will regulators be bold enough to unleash the true power of these new systems?

£102.5 million demonstrator programme aims to jump-start UK's energy revolution

News04 Apr 2019

Four demonstrator projects have been chosen, which aim to show how businesses can develop local smart energy approaches at scale and create better outcomes for consumers.

How do we ensure enough water in 2050?

News22 Mar 2019

In his keynote speech at Waterwise, Sir James Bevan of the UK’s Environment Agency said we must tackle both sides of the equation: reduce demand and increase supply.

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