The dependence on stable internet access for everyday life is a key expectation of our current age. As the integration of digital technology increases into […]
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Our policy blog contains shorter news, overview, or analysis of issues giving the general public, policymakers, and industry leaders an update or review of a new issue or refresher of a longstanding one. They cover a number of public policy challenges, focusing on pro-innovation solutions that can be implemented in a nonpartisan way through law, regulation, or simply best practices. These include an issue background, explanation of the challenge, and proposed solutions or recommendations. Aii white papers are longer than policy briefs, but not more complicated. To ensure you are up to speed and ready for these reports, try reading our policy blogs and briefs. Want a deeper dive on a single topic? Visit our Issues pages for background, challenges, solutions, and all our analysis on the subject.
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The Fiber Optic World We Live In
Fiber optic cable, also known as optical fiber, is most often associated with high-speed internet. People know that it transmits data, but that is about […]
Read MoreThe Return to NYC’s Maritime Roots
Congestion pricing has brought new urgency on the challenges facing New York public transportation. Expanding the NYC Ferry would deliver a reliable, cost-effective boost to […]
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The Evolution of Accessible Public Transportation & AI
Public transportation is an essential part of everyday life for many, not only because it gets people from point A to point B, but because […]
Read MoreCollin County’s Infrastructure Crisis: A Call to Action
This article is a featured student guest post and submission to the 2024 Aii student OpEd scholarship competition. Collin County, Texas is growing fast. […]
Read MoreUnlocking Rail Safety: Aii Policy Brief Highlights Technology-Driven Solutions
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 3, 2024 Unlocking Rail Safety: Aii Policy Brief Highlights Technology-Driven Solutions The Alliance for Innovation and Infrastructure (Aii) […]
Read MoreProject Plowshare – Nukes for Peace
In 1953, President Eisenhower gave a speech on “Atoms for Peace”, introducing a program to test the use of nuclear weapons for peaceful purposes. The […]
Read MoreHow Drones Are Flying Same-Day Deliveries to New Heights
Same-day delivery is a common service that retail brands offer throughout the United States. Partnerships with delivery services including DoorDash, Uber Eats, Postmates, and more […]
Read MoreHydrogen’s Infrastructure Liability is the Very Asset to Jumpstart Demand
Development of scalable hydrogen has a critical liability – infrastructure. Despite growing interest and federal incentives, achieving large-scale, centralized production of hydrogen is simply infeasible […]
Read MoreChallenges and Triumphs for Clean Drinking Water
On July 3, 2024, the Washington Aqueduct issued a Boil Water Advisory for parts of Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia. For almost 10 […]
Read MoreThe Line
Given its regional positioning and role in the world economy, Saudi Arabia is viewed primarily as one of the most essential players in the global […]
Read MoreDigitizing the Past: The Future of Permit Records in Municipalities
Introduction A few years ago, I (Grace) volunteered for the Portsmouth City Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, during my senior year of high school. I […]
Read MoreHurricane-Proofing America’s Infrastructure
Hurricane season in the United States is between June 1 and November 30 each year. There have been devastating storms throughout American history, killing thousands […]
Read More50-State Report Card Shows Great Room for Improvement
In today’s world, daily reliance on buried infrastructure is unprecedented. Beneath our feet lies an intricate network of pipes, cables, and wires—powering our homes, fueling […]
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